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Business of the House 2025-01-23
23 January 2025
Lead MP
Jesse Norman
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Crime & Law EnforcementDefenceEmploymentBrexit
Other Contributors: 33
At a Glance
Jesse Norman raised concerns about business of the house 2025-01-23 in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The Labour party has been offering regular evidence of its incompetence, particularly regarding economic policies like reviving the third runway at Heathrow despite opposition from colleagues. The Chancellor's Office for Value for Money was criticised by a Treasury Committee member as understaffed and poorly defined. Additionally, there are concerns about serious issues in law involving potential conflicts of interest for the Attorney General.
Jesse Norman
Con
Hereford and South Herefordshire
Labour's economic policies lack seriousness, including its failure to liberalize trade or reduce immigration. There are doubts about the Government’s theory of growth due to a series of regulatory measures that may hinder rather than promote economic growth.
The House and country are with victims' families from the Southport tragedy, for which an independent public inquiry is ongoing. The Attorney General has properly declared his interest as a senior barrister according to Bar association rules and rigorous conflict of interest processes.
James Frith
Lab
Bury North
Residents in Bury North are facing issues with Residential Management Group, including overpricing and non-compliance with safety standards. These practices by rogue management companies need to be addressed under Labour's governance.
Chelmsford
Welcomed the ceasefire in Gaza, raised concerns about maternity services at Broomfield Hospital downgraded to 'inadequate' by CQC. Questions the adequacy of the time taken for CQC reports and seeks a debate on better resourcing for CQC.
Liz Twist
Lab
Blaydon and Consett
Congratulated Everyturn charity on opening a new mental health hub in Newcastle, asked for a Government time debate on making mental health support accessible.
Bob Blackman
Con
Harrow East
Announced upcoming debates including one on Government support for coalfield communities and raised concerns about threats to film screenings of 'Emergency' by Khalistani terrorists. Requested a statement from the Home Secretary on ensuring peaceful viewings.
Ian Lavery
Lab
Blyth and Ashington
Cited research showing wage gap between London and north-east England, requested a debate on Labour's policy to bridge this gap.
Simon Hoare
Con
North Dorset
Opposed proposed night-time car parking charges in his constituency, fearing it would harm local market towns' economies. Requested a Government time debate on supporting rural market towns.
Claire Hughes
Lab
Bangor Aberconwy
Raised concerns about the impact of broken mains water pipes affecting 40,000 people in her constituency and asked for a meeting to discuss better use of data during emergencies.
Pete Wishart
SNP
Perth and Kinross-shire
Asked for a debate on the current state of EU relations and whether the UK is doomed to hard Brexit due to previous rejections by UK Government.
Ravi Beharani
Con
Slough
Expressed concerns over the delay in rebuilding Royal Berkshire Hospital and highlighted a maintenance backlog of £400 million, urging for future debate opportunities on this matter.
Defended government's decision to push hospital rebuild timelines citing previous unfunded promises from the previous government. Emphasised the deliverable and funded nature of current plans.
Clive Efford
Lab
Eltham and Chislehurst
Asked for a statement on Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment givinostat, highlighting its availability in NHS but need for financial assistance to hospitals to roll it out quickly.
Wendy Morton
Con
Aldridge-Brownhills
Critiqued Labour's decision regarding Aldridge police station closure, questioned compatibility with the Prime Minister’s intention of strengthening neighbourhood policing.
Sally Jameson
Lab/Co-op
Doncaster Central
Celebrated Active Fusion charity and asked for a debate on supporting charities to deliver mental and physical health activities for young people.
Sarah Dyke
LD
Glastonbury and Somerton
Highlighted poor ambulance service waiting times in Somerset, requesting a Government time debate on this issue.
Katrina Murray
Lab
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch
Asked for a debate on the need for bus services in local communities highlighting issues faced by her constituents.
Robbie Moore
Con
Keighley and Ilkley
Critiqued Bradford council's financial management, requesting an urgent debate to address failures leading to high council tax increase.
Dave Robertson
Lab
Lichfield
Shared a constituent’s success story in securing education for a special needs child and asked the government to address delays in SEND decisions.
Ben Maguire
LD
North Cornwall
Called for a debate on freeholders' rights to challenge fees when property management companies provide poor service.
Warinder Juss
Lab
Wolverhampton West
Proposes a general debate on autism and the inequalities faced by autistic people, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and support. Asks for Government time to ensure this issue is prioritised.
Ben Obese-Jecty
Con
Huntingdon
Expresses concern over rising knife crime among teenagers, emphasising that kitchen knives are the primary cause of fatal stabbings. Urges for a debate on understanding and addressing the root causes of such violence.
Antonia Bance
Lab
Tipton and Wednesbury
Concerned about the closure of local pubs, requests support from the Government to hold a debate highlighting the importance of pubs in community life and their role as social hubs.
Lincoln Jopp
Con
Spelthorne
Questions the Leader of the House's statement about not pursuing quick economic growth, given that the economy has not grown since the Government was elected. Celebrates her understatement and asks for clarity on their growth strategy.
Mark Sewards
Lab
Leeds South West and Morley
Raises concerns about mesh implant health consequences, urging the Government to hold a debate on supporting those suffering long-term effects from such implants.
Tom Gordon
LD
Harrogate and Knaresborough
Requests an urgent debate on the closure of type 1 diabetes pilot services that provide preventive care, stressing the risk to vulnerable patients if these services are shut down in March.
Lee Pitcher
Lab
Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme
Recognises the work of volunteers supporting Doncaster Sheffield Airport and requests Government support for reopening this vital local project.
Jim Shannon
DUP
Strangford
Condemns the violent killings of Christians in Nigeria, urging the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to address escalating violence against religious minorities.
Graeme Downie
Lab
Dunfermline and Dollar
Highlights road safety concerns for young children walking or cycling to school, congratulates a six-year-old pupil on her initiative and asks the Government to work with Scottish authorities on ensuring safer routes.
Raises the issue of safe walking routes to school, encouraging young people to walk safely and highlighting the importance of road safety.
Jo Platt
Lab/Co-op
Leigh and Atherton
Discusses her work at Leigh Spinners Mill during her political break, emphasising its role in supporting local businesses, especially those owned by women. She asks the Leader of the House for support on research and debate to nurture future women entrepreneurs and requests a debate on women in business.
Welcomes Jo Platt back to Parliament and acknowledges her work at Leigh Spinners Mill, praising its positive impact on women entrepreneurs. Supports the idea of a debate on nurturing future women entrepreneurs.
Poole
Raises concerns about Sunseeker International in his constituency, which has issued temporary lay-off notices to workers without clear communication or assurances for their return. Requests confirmation that the Employment Rights Bill will protect worker rights and a debate on shipbuilding's role in the UK economy.
Government Response
Responded to concerns about CQC reports, praised Everyturn charity's work, addressed car parking charges impact on market towns, offered a meeting for discussing emergency response improvements, and responded to questions regarding EU relations. Acknowledges various issues raised by MPs, including autism support funding (£4.3 million provided), plans for a draft leasehold reform Bill, commitment to halve knife crime over the next decade, reduction of alcohol duty on draught products, and measures against type 1 diabetes pilot service closures.
Shadow Response
None
Shadow Response
Confirms support for workers' rights through the Employment Rights Bill, addressing concerns about fire and rehire practices and expressing readiness to discuss these issues during Report stage of the Bill.
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