Asked about the availability of new and specialist drugs that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence is not recommending. He questioned whether efforts will be made to make these drugs available, particularly in cases like cystic fibrosis and cancer treatments.

Asked why the Government allows a free vote rather than whipping Back Benchers to support Government policy regarding patient choice legislation. He questioned the lack of enforcement on policy adherence among Back Benchers.

Expressed disappointment at not seeing the mental health Bill in the King's Speech and asked how the issue will be addressed otherwise. She highlighted the pressing need for mental health support in schools, which she considers a major concern raised by constituents.

The MP noted failures in NHS services including patient appointments, A&E performance, ambulance response times, waiting lists, mental health support, and dental care. He called for an end to strikes and advocated for Labour’s comprehensive plan which includes more funding for NHS staff, increased evening and weekend appointments, expansion of mental health services, recruitment of dentists, and the development of cutting-edge treatments.

The MP added that over 2,000 autistic people or those with learning disabilities are still detained in inappropriate units despite Government promises to close them down.

The MP made a plea for young cystic fibrosis patients who require regular medication, therapy, and hospital visits, questioning the shadow Secretary of State's commitment to bettering their situation.

Tuckwell delivered his maiden speech, focusing on the local issues of Uxbridge and South Ruislip. He discussed the expansion of the ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ), securing a new hospital for Hillingdon, supporting local businesses, and protecting green spaces. Tuckwell highlighted his work as a councillor in Hillingdon Borough Council and paid tribute to the hospital staff, councillors, and volunteers who contribute to community welfare.

The hon. Member criticises the increased privatisation in NHS England and its impact on Scotland through Barnett consequentials, despite Scottish Government's investment to reduce health inequalities. She highlights the SNP government's pledge of £300 million to cut NHS wait times and staff salaries being higher in Scotland compared to England. The member also expresses disappointment over broken promises in the King’s Speech and calls for a ceasefire in Gaza to end humanitarian crisis.

Waiting lists are a key issue for the NHS, with debates often focusing on funding rather than people. Caroline supports the Government's workforce plan as a milestone towards expanding training and recruitment while retaining existing talent in the NHS. She highlights plans to increase dentistry students by 40% and double GP training places by 2031. Johnson mentions the opening of Lincoln medical school, which will train doctors for her constituents. She also notes the importance of streamlining clinical trials processes and improving incentives for those working on world-leading discoveries. The MP emphasises that NHS strikes are detrimental to patients' well-being and supports maintaining minimum service levels during industrial action.

The hon. Member for Chester-le-Street expressed disappointment with the King’s Speech, particularly regarding mental health reform and leasehold legislation. He highlighted the outdated Mental Health Act 1983 and criticised the government's lack of action on promised reforms. Kevan Jones emphasised that depriving individuals of their liberty requires proper rights and care, advocating for urgent reform to address issues affecting those with autism, learning disabilities, and black teenagers in the criminal justice system. He also criticised the scrapping of the 10-year mental health and wellbeing plan, calling for a public health approach to mental health. Additionally, he raised concerns about leasehold legislation, stating it would not apply to existing buildings and was being used by house builders at the expense of taxpayers and individuals.

The hon. Member for Strangford agreed with Kevan Jones on raising mental health issues, especially concerning veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder in Northern Ireland. He emphasised the need to prioritise veterans' mental health care.

Congratulates a fellow MP on their election victory and discusses the importance of not overstepping public opinion on green energy. Expresses concerns about solar panel developments in Lincolnshire and raises issues regarding foreign policy, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the situation in Ukraine. He highlights problems with the NHS's performance and calls for reform, suggesting a social insurance system for healthcare entitlements based on tax contributions. Also discusses high levels of legal and illegal migration, advocating for higher minimum wage requirements for migrant workers to encourage local employment. Emphasises housing shortages for young people and supports proactive house-building initiatives. Expresses opposition to proposed smoking bans.

Ms Vaz emphasised the need for a ceasefire in Gaza to protect civilians. She pointed out that there were no measures proposed by the Government to bring down energy bills, reduce carbon emissions or ensure clean power generation. Additionally, she criticised the cancellation of major transport projects and ticket office closures which would make travel more difficult. Furthermore, she highlighted issues with local authority funding cuts, increased child protection needs, NHS waiting times, lack of police presence, and the collapse in criminal justice system efficiency. She proposed to introduce an energy independence Bill targeting clean power by 2030 and other measures such as introducing breakfast clubs for children, reducing NHS waiting lists, doubling the number of scanners for faster treatment, building more homes, and stronger policing efforts.

Ms Dinenage highlights the importance of preventive healthcare and early disease detection for the long-term stability and affordability of the NHS. She discusses her concerns about childhood cancer, noting that over 50% of cases are missed in primary care, leading to longer, harsher treatment with lasting health impacts. She supports the tobacco and vapes Bill, emphasising its role in reducing smoking-related deaths. Ms Dinenage also mentions the value of grassroots sports for public health and expresses hope for more action on concussion prevention. Additionally, she praises efforts towards gender equality in sport and welcomes reforms to football governance.

Critiques the current state of NHS, citing record high waiting lists and shortages in staff. Emphasises the need for reforms to address mental health care and dental services. Proposes Labour's 10-year plan to modernise NHS by training more healthcare professionals, providing additional appointments through incentivised evening and weekend work, tackling dental issues, and introducing new mental health standards.

The speech focuses on the historic first King's Speech and its commitment to tobacco control, particularly raising the age of sale for tobacco products by one year each year until children born in 2009 cannot legally buy cigarettes. The MP highlights the significant health benefits, including saving lives and reducing smoking rates among young people. She also mentions the need to regulate e-cigarette sales to prevent underage use and discusses the economic benefits of achieving a smoke-free society by 2030.

Welcomed the Government's ambition to cut NHS waiting lists but criticised the King’s Speech for ignoring pressing health emergencies in North Shropshire, such as emergency care and ambulance waiting times. Highlighted that only 38% of patients started cancer treatment within 62 days of an urgent GP referral in June, compared to a national target of 85%. Urged the Government to give people a legal right to cancer treatment within two months of an urgent referral. Raised concerns about the lack of reference to adult social care and carers, noting a shortage of staff and vacancies in the care sector. Emphasised the importance of improving public transport links for rural residents and reducing council tax payments which are on average 20% higher than in urban areas due to more expensive provision of council services. Pointed out that off-grid energy users face additional costs compared to those connected to the grid, demanding action from the Government to address this issue. Discussed challenges faced by rural businesses including poor digital connectivity and workforce depletion. Criticised the comprehensive and progressive agreement for trans-Pacific partnership for potentially endangering farmers’ businesses, animal welfare, and environmental standards. Raised concerns about leasehold system reforms and sought new protections for homeowners trapped in fleecehold arrangements.

Discussed the challenges faced by the economy and NHS post-pandemic, emphasising the need to manage wartime debt responsibly. Critiqued the lack of promised reforms such as mental health act updates and conversion therapy ban in the King's Speech. Highlighted local NHS issues in south Essex, including hospital closures and delayed service implementations. Raised concerns about the effectiveness of the commissioning system within the NHS. Reflected on governance failures during the pandemic highlighted by the ongoing inquiry.

The shadow Health Secretary raised concerns about the frequent turnover of Health Secretaries under the current government. The music industry leaders feel left behind due to declining arts education, reduced funding levels, and challenges with touring caused by Brexit. Uptake of music at A-level has fallen by 45% since 2010, and there has been a 17% reduction in funding for music education hubs. Musicians earn an average of £20,700 annually, with nearly one-quarter not earning enough to support themselves or their families. Local authorities have suffered a 40% real-terms reduction in central Government spending since 2010, resulting in a £1.4 billion shortfall in spending on culture and arts.

I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip on his excellent maiden speech. I pay tribute to His Majesty on his first Gracious Speech, reflecting on the selflessness of Her late Majesty, which he continues to exemplify. I welcome the Government’s focus on building an NHS fit for the future, despite the challenges my constituents face with mental health care and funding. I support the Government's suicide prevention strategy but urge them to bring forward mental health legislation and ban conversion practices. I also welcome the £8 billion commitment for NHS and adult social care, aiming for elderly confidence in their care needs. On hospices, I refer to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests as a hospice trustee, welcoming steps taken during covid but concerned about patchwork commissioning from ICBs. I urge Ministers to increase the number of dentists in Darlington and tackle illegal tobacco sales.

I express disappointment at the Government’s scrapping of Mental Health Act reform, highlighting mental health experts’ concerns. Six years after pledging to reform the act in 2017, the promise has been broken despite recommendations from evidence and lived experiences. I criticise Tory failures on mental health for driving a crisis with high waiting lists, poor care standards, and staff burnout. The Government’s underfunding of NHS and public services exacerbates social issues such as housing insecurity and job precarity. Tooting residents face challenges including homelessness, unaffordable rents, mortgage increases, antisocial behaviour, crime, and under-resourced police teams leading to unsolved low-level crimes. I highlight record-breaking waiting lists for NHS treatment, with 7.7 million people currently on the waitlist.

Expressed gratitude and respect for His Majesty, welcomed the King’s Speech as it hits her priorities to make Southend safer, healthier and wealthier. Welcomed the commitment to creating a smokefree generation, cracking down on youth vaping, growing NHS workforce and cutting waiting lists. Announced £102 million in capital funding for Southend Hospital since last election but stressed the need for faster arrival of NHS capital funding. Highlighted her campaign to get £118 million of capital investment promised to South Essex hospitals in 2017. Discussed the need for reform and prevention, introducing a fracture liaison service at Southend Hospital which is expected to prevent fractures and save money. Addressed incorrect reporting on waiting lists by The Times and outlined measures to eliminate 65-week waits. Emphasised the importance of moving health services out of hospitals into community settings like pharmacies, citing the work of Belfairs and French’s pharmacies in Leigh-on-Sea as a model for community pharmacy care. Welcomed the criminal justice Bill which will ban all forms of zombie knives and make streets safer. Also welcomed the football governance Bill to deliver a sustainable future for football clubs.

Lavery emphasised the worsening situation in his constituency of Wansbeck, where child poverty is rising, mutual aid groups are overburdened, and businesses struggle due to financial constraints. He criticised the government for failing to present a legislative plan addressing these crises and accused them of making matters worse with new statutes. Lavery also pointed out that anti-trade union laws have contributed to a low-wage economy where even workers in well-paid jobs struggle financially.

Winterton emphasised the importance of adhering to advisory guidance, particularly in light of ongoing discussions about public services and labour rights. However, her contribution was brief and did not elaborate further on specific issues or statistics.

Welcomed the focus on supporting the NHS, cutting waiting lists and implementing NHS workforce plans. Advocated for the three newly approved medical schools to train doctors from next year rather than in 2025. Supported the aim of creating a smoke-free generation but highlighted ongoing capacity challenges in Worcestershire hospitals since the Labour Government closed Kidderminster A&E without proper planning. Emphasised the importance of unlocking opportunity through education, welcoming the commitment to apprenticeships and supporting legislation for a register of children not in school. Called for the adoption of a private Member's Bill on this matter at the first available opportunity, highlighting cross-party support for it. Advocated for fairer funding for schools and specialist sectors, including high-needs formula issues. Supported aspirations for vocational and academic qualifications but emphasised focusing on those who do not achieve GCSE passes to ensure real progression. Called for a wider range of qualifications for resit candidates. Concluded by expressing concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza and advocating for peace while protecting civilians.

The King’s Speech lacks measures to improve constituents' lives, address the cost of living crisis, support public services, and tackle the NHS crisis. It failed to deliver on manifesto promises such as a mental health Bill or banning conversion therapy. The Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill contradicts the Government's net zero commitment and does not help with household bills. There are over 112,000 vacancies in the NHS, leaving patients at risk due to understaffing and nurse burnout. Nursing staff leave in droves due to stress and lack of pay parity across sectors. Midwifery services have seen a decline, particularly in Salford, where maternity facilities are underused or closed due to midwife shortages, impacting new parents' mental health. The Government's NHS workforce plan lacks funding estimates and faces criticism for not addressing staff burnout adequately.

The Government should introduce changes on estate management charges to homeowners. The most important thing is the quality of legislation rather than quantity. He discussed infrastructure first, focusing on primary care growth due to population and housing increases. He visited every GP practice in his constituency noting improvements but also challenges such as transitioning from seeing normal GPs to differently qualified staff members. He thanked all local GPs for their efforts despite difficulties faced by a couple of practices. He highlighted social prescribing as a positive initiative and mentioned the role of Jardines pharmacy in providing out-of-hours prescription options. Richard Fuller expressed that capital funding is crucial, commending Mayor Tom Wootton for using council funds to improve primary care services. He advocated for more access for private capital and criticised the current GP pay system. He emphasised the importance of reducing admin burden for junior doctors and called for local decision rights over NHS spending.

Critiques the lack of progress in primary care and the absence of new ideas from the King's Speech. Expresses disappointment over the absence of a mental health Bill, calls for action on medical cannabis, supports measures to reduce smoking but emphasises caution regarding illegal markets, criticises the Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill as it contradicts net zero plans, welcomes leasehold reform and Renters (Reform) Bill, supports Football Governance Bill, praises Media Bill while lamenting lack of conversion therapy ban. Concludes by questioning the Prime Minister's vision for the country.

Andy Carter discusses the NHS and its future, highlighting Government investment in Warrington's health services including a new radiology centre with MRI and CT scanners, an extended emergency department, a health and social care academy funded by town deal money, and a mammography unit. He acknowledges more doctors, nurses, and staff working today compared to 2019 but calls for further action on hospital infrastructure and GP surgeries. Carter also supports leasehold reform and the Media Bill, emphasising its importance in protecting viewers and listeners from tech companies' control. He welcomes measures on proportionate sentencing in criminal justice.

Critiques the King’s Speech for its lack of ambition in addressing rural health challenges. Highlights issues such as long travel distances for cancer treatment, proposing a new radiotherapy satellite unit at Westmorland General Hospital to address this. Mentions energy cost increases affecting hospices and discusses the cancellation of overnight cover at the hospital. Raises concerns about access to NHS dentistry and calls for a strategic small surgeries fund for rural GP practices. Discusses the rise in mental health issues among young people, advocating for outdoor education as a preventive measure. Emphasises the care crisis due to insufficient carers and blocked hospital beds, linking it to housing shortages.

Mr. Fletcher emphasised the importance of the NHS and discussed ways to reduce unnecessary costs through personal responsibility, such as eating healthily, exercising regularly, attending GP appointments, and reducing smoking. He also highlighted the need for mental health support in schools and criticised what he saw as confusion caused by current educational practices regarding identity and language. He advocated for a men’s health strategy and called for the preservation of local healthcare services like the phlebotomy clinic.

The Government's failure to reform the Mental Health Act is disappointing, as it does not fit its current purpose. The next Labour Government will address these issues by ending the detention of people with learning disabilities and autism without psychiatric disorders, ensuring that places of safety are appropriate for those in crisis, and empowering patients through reforms. The King’s Speech promised 'record levels of investment', but the reality is different: 1.2 million people on NHS waiting lists, a rise from one in ten to one in four among young people with probable mental disorders in five years. Funding shortfalls have caused issues for grassroots organisations and suicide prevention projects. There are concerns about the national suicide prevention strategy and the delay in producing the mental health plan. Additionally, there is no mention of adult social care reform despite significant problems, including long waiting lists and staff shortages.

The debate is about building an NHS fit for the future, addressing workforce challenges and escalating costs. Paul Bristow emphasises the need to focus on value-based procurement, innovation, and multi-year funding cycles. He highlights the importance of long-term relationships between suppliers and the NHS, pathway changes, digital technology and AI in cancer care, reimbursement models for innovations, and moving away from single-year funding models to reward outcomes over activity.

Pays tribute to NHS and social care staff while criticising the Government's lack of action. Mentions a record high NHS backlog of 7.8 million patients, highlighting the failure of the current Prime Minister's pledge to address this issue. Criticises the appointment of an individual involved with Greensill Capital, suggesting that it demonstrates the same old entitled Tory attitude. Emphasises Labour's plan to use money from non-doms to fund frontline resources and reduce waiting lists, proposing 2 million more appointments by paying staff extra. Discusses dental care issues in his constituency, noting that 90% of dental practices are closed to new NHS patients, resulting in 'dental deserts'. Supports Labour's additional plan for 700,000 dental appointments and criticises the Government's minimum service levels Bill as an attack on the right to strike.

Asks a question about RAAC in hospitals following Mike Amesbury's speech, specifically mentioning a hospital in Harrogate needing £20 million of repairs due to RAAC issues.

The NHS in Scotland has demonstrated unwavering dedication despite challenges posed by the pandemic and Brexit. The SNP highlights higher staffing levels per capita compared to England, with 8.3 qualified nurses and midwives per 1,000 population versus 6.3 in England. This results in a 32% higher rate of nursing and midwifery staff in Scotland. Bonnar also mentions the need for better funding from Westminster to improve NHS conditions, criticising both Labour and Conservative policies as offering the status quo that damages Scotland’s interests.

The speaker criticises the current government for its failure to address issues such as stagnant growth, high mortgage rates, poor educational infrastructure, crumbling hospitals, and a worsening cost of living crisis. She argues that only Labour can rescue the NHS from its biggest crisis by offering true change through national renewal, with commitments to drive economic growth, enhance public safety, develop cheaper home-grown British power, improve employment opportunities, and rejuvenate the NHS. Hopkins highlights the shortage of staff, long waiting times for operations, outdated equipment, and proposes solutions like training more doctors and nurses, providing 2 million additional appointments funded by abolishing non-dom tax status, equipping NHS with modern technology, and supporting care in communities. Additionally, she calls for mental health reform, expanding access to talking therapies, funding through closing interest-tax loopholes and taxing private schools, and embedding health across all policy areas. She also emphasises the need for secure homes and good jobs as essential parts of a healthy life.

The Labour MP criticised the Government for a lack of comprehensive programme, highlighting that parliamentary time was unused in 47% of sittings. He pointed out the government's failure to address cost-of-living issues despite inflation still being high, mentioning the significant increase in food prices and the ongoing rise in household expenditure. Madders also discussed the NHS crisis, citing record-high waiting lists, missed cancer targets, and a critical shortage of staff, while criticising the King's Speech for not addressing these issues. He further pointed out that social care is also suffering from severe funding cuts and staffing shortages, leading to an increase in rough sleeping and homelessness due to high rents and interest rates.

The Labour MP highlighted the negative impact of 13 years of Tory rule on people's lives, including difficulty accessing healthcare services and increasing costs for food, energy, and public services. He criticised the King's Speech for its lack of substantive proposals to address the NHS crisis, with over 7 million people waiting for care and significant drug shortages affecting patients' access to medications. Yasin also emphasised the need for mental health reform and improvements in social care staffing levels, urging the government to stop blaming healthcare workers for systemic neglect.

Anderson expressed disappointment with the King’s Speech, highlighting several issues such as the climate crisis and cost of living crisis. She mentioned a million children in destitution, international reputation damage, NHS vacancies, leaseholder reforms seen as insufficient, and the need for stronger action against renter evictions. Her speech also focused on mental health reform delays, GP appointment difficulties, unsuitable premises for GPs, and the growing issue of dental services access, especially impacting children.

The NHS is a top concern for constituents. Wendy highlights the challenges faced by the NHS in North East Fife, including GP services and mental health support. She notes that Scotland receives more funding per capita but argues this reflects higher service delivery costs rather than Scottish Government generosity. Chamberlain also discusses the strain on social care due to carer shortages and supports an elevated statutory minimum wage for social care workers. Additionally, she raises concerns about unpaid carers struggling with living expenses and the need for paid carer’s leave. She praises St Andrews University but criticises delays in research funding and academic technology approvals. Chamberlain also addresses post-Brexit labour shortages affecting distilleries and calls for a tax freeze on spirits. Lastly, she mentions closures of banking hubs and post offices, along with sewage discharge regulation issues.

Barker criticises the Government for their lack of focus on public services and economic issues. She points out that NHS waiting lists are at a record high, staff morale is low due to outdated equipment, and there are significant staffing shortages in healthcare. Additionally, Barker notes the absence of promised mental health legislation and the failure to address social care inefficiencies and delayed GP appointments.

Murray echoes Paula Barker’s sentiments, expressing disappointment in the King's Speech for not addressing critical issues such as energy bills, housing crisis, economic growth, and planning reform. He highlights the impact of 13 years of Conservative governance on both energy security and home ownership, including mortgage penalties and rising rents. Murray also criticises the delay in implementing reforms to leasehold legislation and the lack of comprehensive plans for addressing the housing market's issues.

Discussed the challenges facing rural healthcare such as limited access to acute services, hospital closures, poor public transport, social care costs, dentist shortages, and sewage dumping on beaches. He emphasised the importance of community hospitals and called for reforms in NHS dentistry.

Focused on smoking prevention as a critical issue to reduce health inequalities, especially in deprived areas. Called for comprehensive measures including tobacco levies, pack inserts, and bans on marketing tactics targeting youth. She highlighted the negative impacts of smoking on public health and finances.

Advocates for vaping as a way for adults to quit smoking. Emphasises the safety of vaping products, stating it is 95% safer than smoking but stresses that under-18s should not use or have any access to these products. Criticises the Government’s failure to regulate youth vaping and calls for strict measures against rogue manufacturers and retailers. Raises concerns about the rise in disposable vapes appealing to children due to low pricing, bright colours, and sweet flavours. Calls for effective regulations targeting non-compliant products and supports maintaining a low price point and adult-oriented flavours to help smokers quit without moving out of reach of lower-income households.

Emphasised the need for substantial reforms in social care, mental health services, affordable housing, and labour market inclusion. Criticised the lack of action on these issues from the current government.

Welcomed new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. Acknowledged Steve Tuckwell's maiden speech and praised the Labour shadow Secretary of State for her stance on smoking, despite disagreements over NHS service waits. Highlighted the government’s mental health funding increase by £2 billion since four years ago and a 20% rise in staffing from 2010. Defended against criticisms regarding non-domestic taxation. Addressed economic inactivity reduction post-pandemic and long-term sickness support measures.

Criticised the lack of progress on amending the Mental Health Act 1983, arguing that despite Government commitments to mental health, the scrapping of a 10-year plan undermines these claims.

Questioned the Secretary of State on the Office for Budget Responsibility's warning about risks posed by rising health-related inactivity to fiscal sustainability and economic growth prospects. Asked if the Secretary of State disagreed with the OBR's assessment.