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HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsI absolutely agree. We have to back British, we have to buy British, and we have to keep the west midlands in pole position, innovating and ensuring that companies working across…19 Mar 2025HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsI absolutely agree, particularly with my hon. Friend’s shout out to his constituency and, of course, Staffordshire, which plays an important role. As hon. Members have said, we…19 Mar 2025HANSARDEnergy Consumer SupportIn my constituency, a local hospitality business’s energy provider, E.ON, has behaved appallingly by back-billing and incorrectly billing, leaving that business nearly bankrupt.…18 Mar 2025HANSARDEnergy Consumer Support6. What discussions he has had with energy suppliers on support for consumers.18 Mar 2025HANSARDDepartment for Business and TradeAs a member of the Business and Trade Committee, I am pleased to share the Committee’s priorities for this Parliament, and the way in which the evidence that we have gathered has…05 Mar 2025HANSARDMarket Towns: Cultural HeritageThat point is incredibly important. I serve the Tamworth constituency, which has a historic market town and 1,000 years of history; it is known for its castle. It is really…04 Mar 2025HANSARD Non-league Football ClubsI congratulate my hon. Friend on securing such an important debate, celebrating the immense value of football and our local clubs. I commend the mention of women and girls; I used…27 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseTamworth town centre is being obliterated by roadworks that started on Monday. Staffordshire county council has not properly consulted or informed schools, businesses, residents…13 Feb 2025HANSARDRegional Airports14. What discussions she is having with airlines to encourage the operation of flights from airports outside London and the south-east.13 Feb 2025HANSARD UkraineI thank the Minister for her statement and the additional support that the Government have announced. It is essential that the UK supports Ukraine, and that the annual £3 billion…13 Feb 2025HANSARDRegional AirportsIn my constituency, the largest sectoral employer is logistics. Tamworth sits within the “golden triangle” for distribution, centred around the European rail link. Within this hub…13 Feb 2025HANSARDArmed Forces RecruitmentIn my constituency we are proud to host the Defence Medical Services at Whittington. We are looking forward to a fresh date being set for a visit from my hon. Friend the Minister…10 Feb 2025HANSARDArmed Forces Recruitment24. What steps he is taking to help increase recruitment to the armed forces.10 Feb 2025HANSARDTackling Violence Against Women and GirlsMany women fear violence and assault on nights out, even more so when alcohol is involved and it is dark. In my constituency, the Tamworth street angels do vital work to ensure…05 Feb 2025HANSARDTackling Violence Against Women and Girls13. What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help tackle violence against women and girls.05 Feb 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ12. Tamworth castle, which boasts 1,000 years of history, was recently added to the “Heritage at Risk” register following my campaign about its future. Despite needing repairs,…22 Jan 2025HANSARD Hospice FundingSt Giles Hospice in my constituency has funding challenges like any other. One thing that staff mentioned to me was the sustainability of when they are contracted to do things. Is…19 Dec 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseI wish to raise the case of my constituent Mitch Middleton, who has refractory primary central nervous system lymphoma in his brain. Following radiotherapy, the cancer has…19 Dec 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsMerry Christmas to you, Mr Speaker, and to your team and to colleagues across the House. My constituents have long felt the impacts of flooding, and many residents have been…19 Dec 2024HANSARDCity and Growth DealsAs a member of the Business and Trade Committee, I am pleased that Belfast has seen a successful economic redevelopment, partly driven by embracing its heritage, which will now be…27 Nov 2024