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HANSARDMental Health Bill [Lords]I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time.14 Oct 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [Lords]I beg to ask leave to withdraw the motion. Clause, by leave, withdrawn. New Clause 26 Duty to establish carer liaison service “(1) The Mental Health Act 1983 is amended as…14 Oct 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsIn June, the Department made the welcome announcement of legislation to allow proxy voting and remote attendance, which will help to drive up the diversity of councillors across…13 Oct 2025HANSARD Police: Professional StandardsI thank my hon. Friend for his passionate speech on behalf of his constituents on this difficult issue. As other Members have, I pay tribute to my police force, Surrey police.…16 Sept 2025HANSARDChildren with SEND: Assessments and SupportThere are some tragic stories of horrendous errors with EHCPs in my constituency. Does my hon. Friend agree that it is incredibly important that accountability is maintained in…15 Sept 2025HANSARDFuture of Terrestrial TelevisionIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Twigg. Supporters of the switch-off argue that most homes will have gigabit broadband by the 2030s, but of course theoretical…04 Sept 2025HANSARDSir David Amess Summer AdjournmentIt has been a privilege to speak in this debate honouring the legacy of Sir David Amess—an MP who tirelessly advocated for his constituents. I could feel how all colleagues who…22 Jul 2025HANSARDPublic Service DeliveryIt is really good to hear about that partnership working with local communities and local government. In June, I had the privilege of going to the launch of a new innovative…10 Jul 2025HANSARDPublic Service Delivery10. What support his Department is providing to local partnerships to improve public service delivery.10 Jul 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. I wish to raise the case of my constituent whose 89-year-old father was subject to serious abuse through a lasting power of attorney. It took two years and significant legal…08 Jul 2025HANSARD Generative Artificial Intelligence: SchoolsIt is an honour to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Jeremy. I thank the right hon. Member for East Hampshire (Damian Hinds) for securing this important debate. AI use in schools…08 Jul 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I thank the Minister for his comments—particularly about Op Courage, Op Nova and the armed forces covenant—and for his commitment to the veterans who have served this country and…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time. New clause 19 would require the Secretary of State to report on mental health outcomes for LGBT patients detained or treated…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I thank the Minister for his comments, for the recognition that individuals in the LGBT community clearly have concerns about the way that mental health care is provided, and for…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I thank the Minister for his comments; it was really helpful to hear about how he sees the timings in our new clause fitting with the ongoing work to implement the Mental Health…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)New clause 15 calls for an independent review of whether the legislation achieves one of its core aims: reducing unnecessary detention under the Mental Health Act. People with…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time.24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I see them as absolutely sympathetic to each other and working in concert. We want to ensure that veterans have specific, tailored mental health care, as is outlined in the Bill.…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time. The new clause would introduce a dedicated veterans’ mental health oversight officer, recognising that those who serve or…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)I thank the Minister for his comments. In particular, I was interested to hear about the mental health centre pilot schemes. I look forward to their further roll-out. They will be…24 Jun 2025