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HANSARDUK EconomyThe number of those who are on long-term sickness benefits in Blackpool has increased fourfold over the last few decades. That represents an enormous loss of potential, and it is…19 Feb 2024HANSARDArmy: Size3. What steps he is taking to increase the size of the Army.19 Feb 2024HANSARDArmy: SizeMedia reports have suggested that white men have been actively discriminated against in recruitment, and that security checks may be relaxed due to promoting ethnic diversity…19 Feb 2024HANSARDBlackpool’s Waterloo Road and Bond Street regionFollowing my recent Adjournment debate on this issue, I rise to present a petition signed by over 500 Blackpool residents calling for the need for regeneration in the Bond Street,…19 Feb 2024HANSARD Blackpool: RegenerationIt is a pleasure to open this Adjournment debate on the regeneration of Bond Street and Waterloo Road in Blackpool, two areas of my constituency in particular need of capital…01 Feb 2024HANSARD Blackpool: RegenerationDespite the challenges in these communities, the high streets are embedded with many new and successful businesses, such as Sarah at the Pitstop Café, the Bull pub, Rick at the…01 Feb 2024HANSARDSpeed Limit: Residential Roads7. Whether he has had discussions with the Welsh Government on the introduction of a 20 mph speed limit on residential roads and pedestrian streets in Wales.31 Jan 2024HANSARDSpeed Limit: Residential RoadsBlanket 20 mph zones do not command widespread public support and, as a consequence, are widely ignored and unenforceable. Furthermore, there is very little evidence that they…31 Jan 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsRoyal Mail customers will have welcomed the Minister’s reassurance this week about ruling out a reduction to the current six day a week service. However, many customers already…25 Jan 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseIt is sadly impossible for new patients to find an NHS dentist in Blackpool. It is estimated that 40% of my constituents— some 35,000 people—cannot currently access NHS treatment.…25 Jan 2024HANSARD Funded ChildcareLast Friday, I visited the Butterfly Lodge nursery in Blackpool to hear the concerns of early years providers, many of whom are at breaking point. They welcomed the uplift in…22 Jan 2024HANSARDPublic Service Obligation RoutesI am delighted to present this petition relating to support for regional airports on behalf of my constituents. The introduction of additional public service obligation routes…12 Dec 2023HANSARD Arms Export Licences: IsraelIsrael is fighting a war that it did not want or start against an enemy that shows complete and utter disdain for its own civilian population by embedding its terrorist…12 Dec 2023HANSARDCabinet OfficeWhat steps are the Government taking to reduce the number of civil servants in order to achieve value for money for the taxpayer?11 Dec 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseAlthough the Government’s decision to reduce air passenger duty has boosted regional aviation, further reform of public service obligation routes is still required if we are to…30 Nov 2023HANSARD Net Migration FiguresTime and time again, the British public have told us that immigration is too high and needs to come down, and time and time again we have sadly left them bitterly disappointed.…28 Nov 2023HANSARDNuclear Test Veterans: Medical RecordsI am sure that the hon. Lady will agree that the question is one of openness and transparency from the Ministry of Defence. Those brave servicemen, including my constituent Dennis…28 Nov 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhat steps are the Government taking to reduce the number of civil servants in order to achieve value for money for the taxpayer?23 Nov 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseLast Sunday was International Men’s Day, which is a brilliant opportunity to highlight the positive contribution that men make to society, as well as some of the challenges we…23 Nov 2023HANSARDAutumn StatementI commend the Chancellor for his statement, which delivers for the people of Blackpool. Five thousand of my constituents will benefit from a boost to the national living wage and…22 Nov 2023