Prime Minister

The Prime Minister promised integrity, professionalism and accountability in Government. His Home Secretary has leaked information, is overseeing chaos in the Home Office and has broken the law. What will she actually have to do to get the sack?

My 19-year-old constituent Marie, who has been in care for much of her life, has worked long and hard, by childminding and in other ways, to save £3,600 to help support herself at university. Marie now faces her university studies with no savings and no means of recovering them because they were all stolen in a few seconds by a heartless scammer pretending to be her bank. What assurance can the Prime Minister give that the Government are working hard to help prevent this all too common type of despicable crime and bring the perpetrators to book?

The Prime Minister’s Home Secretary says the asylum system is broken. Who broke it? No one on the Labour side of the House wants open borders. It is the Government who have lost control of our borders. Four Prime Ministers in five years and it is the same old, same old. The Prime Minister stands there and tries to pass the blame.

Right now we are suffering the worst outbreak of avian flu ever recorded. Hundreds of thousands of birds are being destroyed to stem the spread of this terrible disease. The Government have acted quickly to bring forward compensation for live birds culled to 48 hours after confirmation of disease, but even that short delay is causing significant losses to farmers in Broadland as the disease wreaks havoc on flocks. Dead birds are not compensated. Today is Back British Farming Day. Will my right hon. Friend take this opportunity to back British farmers and agree compensation for all affected birds from the date when disease is confirmed?

Asked the Prime Minister to reiterate a promise made only five months ago regarding benefits and pensions. Criticised the Conservative party for their approach towards austerity measures and suggested implementing windfall taxes on profits, reinstating bonus caps, and scrapping tax avoidance schemes.

Welcomed the Inter-Parliamentary Union delegation from Madagascar. Inquired about the progress of Project Gigabit for better connectivity in his constituency, specifically Wigginton and Dudswell.

Questioned whether Scotland is treated as a voluntary and respectful union of equals or as hostages in a territorial British colony, highlighting the contribution of Scottish energy resources to the UK Treasury.

Discussed the issue of illegal immigrants crossing the channel and the financial burden this places on taxpayers. Called for firm action from the Government in accordance with their 10-point plan.

Brought attention to a constituent’s situation regarding universal credit eligibility due to her payment cycle. Inquired about cost of living support for those affected.

Presented a case involving his constituent Aaron Horsey, who lost his wife during childbirth and was not eligible for shared parental leave under current rules. Asked the Prime Minister to meet with him and relevant Minister to address this issue.

Condemned opaquely funded think-tanks that influence politicians, particularly those who nearly crashed the UK economy. Asked for a meeting with the Prime Minister to discuss their influence over him.

Inquired about assistance for people at risk of losing homes due to unaffordable mortgage increases, ahead of the autumn statement.

Asked the Prime Minister to recommit his Government to pursuing accountability and rigorous application of international laws in relation to Russian invasion and illegal annexation of Ukraine.

Urged the Government to ensure initiatives support rural healthcare recruitment and retention, emphasising the challenges faced by constituents.

Critiqued the Conservative government's economic policies, citing high taxes, food inflation, mortgage rates, and public finance deficits as evidence of economic mismanagement under their leadership.

Asked for assurances that the UK would continue to lead on climate change initiatives post-COP26, highlighting the impacts of climate change in both Essex and Ethiopia.

Questioned the Prime Minister's record on fairness towards deprived areas like Coventry, pointing out ongoing parking fees for NHS staff despite previous promises of free car parking for those in need.

Called for recognition and support of British farming, advocating for public money to go into food production and trade deals that benefit farmers, referencing Australia as a market opportunity.

Welcomed the Prime Minister from Yorkshire but criticised his time as Chancellor, urging him to tax non-doms and introduce windfall profits tax on gas and oil industries.

Asked the Government to work with him to address the low employment rate among autistic adults, seeking ways to close the employment gap for this group.

Challenged the Prime Minister on his record regarding the asylum system, questioning who is responsible for its current state with high backlogs and low decision-making efficiency.

Asked the Government to support Ipswich's levelling-up fund bid for £18 million towards sports facilities, emphasising it as a national mission to spread opportunity across every part of the UK.