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HANSARDHigh Street Businesses3. What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on supporting high street businesses.31 Oct 2024HANSARDHigh Street BusinessesSmall and independent shops are the lifeblood of our high streets, and they make the communities in my Ashford constituency special. Far too many high street businesses have been…31 Oct 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. I recently met local businesses in my constituency to discuss what can be done to attract more people to visit our high streets. Will the Minister set out what action the…28 Oct 2024HANSARD Temporary AccommodationDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that the decision by the last Conservative Government to freeze local housing allowance for temporary accommodation claimants at 2011 rates is…24 Oct 2024HANSARDMental Health SupportI thank the Minister for his brief answer, and I thank the shadow Minister and the Liberal Democrat spokesperson for their responses to the debate. I also thank the other Members…10 Oct 2024HANSARDMental Health SupportI beg to move, That this House has considered improving support for mental health. It is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Mr Dowd, and I am pleased to have secured this…10 Oct 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe deployment of Operation Brock to queue freight lorries heading to Dover on the M20 caused huge disruption and inconvenience for residents and businesses throughout my Ashford…10 Oct 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseI recently paid a visit to the William Harvey Hospital in my constituency, and saw 19 patients being treated by staff in corridors. Will the Leader of the House find time for a…05 Sept 2024HANSARDImmigration and Home AffairsThank you, Mr Speaker, for this opportunity to make my maiden speech in the House as the first ever Labour Member of Parliament for Ashford. I am delighted to be called to speak…23 Jul 2024