Danny Chambers
MP for Winchester
Lib Dem
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Five months ago, the Care Quality Commission reported that two thirds of maternity units in England were unsafe, and years of unsafe staffing levels have resulted in the NHS paying an astonishing £1.15 billion a year in compensation due to avoidable injuries caused during childbirth and sometimes deaths. The previous Conservative Government allowed maternity services to deteriorate to the point where many consider it to be a public health crisis. Will the Prime Minister commit to improving maternity care and women’s health services as a top priority, so that our maternity unit in Winchester and those around the rest of the country are the safest places in the world for women to give birth?
Context
Five months ago, the Care Quality Commission reported that two thirds of maternity units in England were unsafe. Years of unsafe staffing levels have resulted in an NHS payment of £1.15 billion annually for compensation due to avoidable injuries and deaths during childbirth.
The Prime Minister
I thank the hon. Member for raising this important issue. Women and babies deserve the highest standards of care through pregnancy, birth and the months that follow. We are committed to recruiting thousands of new midwives for the NHS while providing support to trusts that are failing on maternity care. We are working with the NHS as it delivers a three-year maternity plan, which is making good progress in improving services, including for his constituents.
Assessment
The response acknowledges the issue but does not provide specific timelines or concrete figures regarding improvements.
Session: PMQs 2025-02-05
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In last week's debate on maternity services, the devastating impact of the removal of consultant-led services was highlighted. Under the current government, can I have reassurance that consultant-led maternity and A&E services will remain in Winchester? Will he commit to funding properly the backlog of maintenance issues at our hospital?
Context
The previous government's unfunded new hospitals programme proposed removing consultant-led maternity services from Winchester hospital, causing concern among constituents. The hospital also faces a backlog of maintenance issues.
Keir Starmer
We are committed to safe, compassionate and personalised care for women and babies. Service reconfiguration is a matter for integrated care boards, ensuring local decision-making based on evidence and clinical leadership. This ensures better outcomes for patients.
Assessment
Commitment to fund maintenance backlog
This Is A Matter For The Integrated Care Boards
Session: PMQs 2024-10-16
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Small and medium-sized businesses are the lifeblood of our economy; many face significant challenges due to high electricity bills. The average monthly electricity bill is now £240, and 92% of businesses will increase prices because of energy volatility. Does the Minister agree that this situation fails small businesses, and will he commit to reviewing how to end the wild west of energy regulation?
Context
The MP noted that many small businesses, including a Spanish café in Winchester, face significant challenges due to high electricity bills and energy volatility. He cited statistics indicating that the average monthly electricity bill for a small business is £240, and 92% of such businesses plan to increase prices to cope with fluctuating energy costs.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Chris McDonald)
I hope that it was clear in my previous answer that the Government are not satisfied with the position as it is. Of course, energy volatility has historically been caused by our reliance on oil and gas from petrostates and dictators. The Conservatives wish to return to that policy. Our clean power mission will ensure future energy security for businesses and consumers. Unlike climate-denying policies of the Conservatives and Reform, ours will deliver green energy and energy security.
Session: Energy Costs Businesses 2026-01-06
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How many people are in receipt of carer’s allowance? We all know that carers give everything to care for their loved ones—physically, emotionally and financially. The Government received the carer’s allowance report three months ago, and under Lib Dem pressure have agreed to publish it by the end of the year. Do we know how many carers will be unfairly penalised in the six months between the Government receiving the report and publishing it?
Context
Dr Danny Chambers referenced the report on carer’s allowance that the Government received three months ago, and expressed concern about the delay in publishing it.
The Minister for Social Security and Disability (Sir Stephen Timms)
Some 975,000 people are being paid carer’s allowance in England and Wales, including some 900 people in the hon. Member’s constituency. I agree with the hon. Member’s characterisation of the degree of commitment and sacrifice being made by very large numbers of carers right across the country. As he has said, the report, which we commissioned from Liz Sayce, will be published by the end of the year, together with the Government’s response—and his question will be addressed in that response.
Session: Carer’s Allowance 2025-10-27
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Parents of Winchester tell me every single week about how hard they have to fight to get the support that their child needs and is entitled to. What steps are the Government taking to ensure that EHCPs are issued in a timely manner?
Context
In 2024, fewer than half of education, health and care plans were issued within the statutory 20-week limit. Winchester parents reported difficulties in obtaining support for their children with special educational needs.
The Minister for School Standards (Georgia Gould)
Parents and children should not have to wait for support; they should have it when they need it. We are working closely with councils with waiting lists to improve provision and, if necessary, to bring in specialist SEND advice. We will continue to push on that.
Session: SEND Provision 2025-10-20
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I recently visited St Bartholomew’s church in Hyde, which has served the residents of Winchester for over 915 years, as part of its Give to Go Green day, which raised £2,400 to support its efforts to decarbonise the church and reduce energy bills. Will the Minister join me in congratulating the congregation and the community volunteers for the leadership they are showing in this area, and will he outline what steps the Government are taking to support faith and community groups in decarbonising historic buildings while preserving their heritage?
Context
Dr Chambers visited St Bartholomew’s church in Winchester, which has raised £2,400 to decarbonise the church and reduce energy bills. The community's efforts show leadership in this area.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Martin McCluskey)
I join the hon. Gentleman in praising the whole congregation and community at St Bartholomew’s in Winchester for supporting those efforts. Such efforts by community and faith groups across the country show the support that exists for taking the right action, not just on clean power but on insulation. The warm homes plan and other plans that the Department will publish before the end of the year will address some of the issues he talks about in respect of historic buildings.
Session: Reducing Energy Bills 2025-10-14
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Under current law, most instances of the sexual abuse of animals are not offences. Not only are those acts despicable in themselves, but given the proven link between animal abuse and child abuse, does the Minister agree that this dangerous gap is a missed opportunity to identify abusers before they go on to harm children?
Context
Current law does not address most cases of sexual abuse towards animals, despite the proven connection between animal abuse and child abuse.
Alex Davies-Jones
I commit to look at that further.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-09-16
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Will the Minister join me in congratulating the fantastic Lib Dem-run Winchester city council on being rated the greenest council in the UK by Climate Action UK? That is a lot of work by politicians, and it shows what politicians who dearly believe in this issue can achieve if they crack on and deal with it, rather than weaponising it in some kind of culture war.
Context
The Lib Dem-run Winchester city council has been rated the greenest in the UK by Climate Action UK, highlighting successful local initiatives.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Kerry McCarthy)
I am happy to join the hon. Member in congratulating his local council. I visited the Local Government Association the week before last, I think, with the local net zero delivery group, on which we have representation from all areas of local government.
Session: Climate Change Committee Report 2025-07-15
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After years of high-risk domestic abuse, a woman from Winchester went through a CID investigation to prove she needed financial separation but the police missed the Crown Prosecution Service investigation deadline. No charges were brought, leaving her unable to secure child maintenance while her abuser remains in control. What discussions is the Minister having with colleagues in the Department for Work and Pensions and HMRC to ensure that perpetrators of domestic abuse can no longer use financial systems to maintain power over their victims?
Context
A constituent wrote to Dr Chambers expressing frustration over missed deadlines in a Crown Prosecution Service investigation, leading to financial control by her abuser and inability to secure child maintenance.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Alex Davies-Jones)
We have a cross-Government strategy on tackling violence against women and girls, including economic abuse. Along with the Safeguarding Minister, I regularly meet Treasury and DWP colleagues to address this issue, and we will publish our strategy in the coming months.
Session: Violence against Women Criminal Justice System 2025-07-08
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Over the past decade many tech start-ups have left the UK and gone to silicon valley, which costs the UK a huge amount in jobs and tax revenue. What are the Government doing to ensure that start-ups currently at seed stage stay in the UK and grow here so that we avoid the UK becoming an intellectual property farm for other countries to harvest?
Context
Tech start-ups are leaving the UK for Silicon Valley, costing jobs and tax revenue.
The Minister for Data Protection and Telecoms (Chris Bryant)
One really important part of the industrial strategy we published on Monday and the sector plans within it is that we identified a problem many people in the UK face, which is that they have a really good idea but cannot take it to market because they do not have access to finance, in particular to capital, unless they are in London—and sometimes unless they are a man. We want to change all that, which is why we have said categorically that we are giving the British Business Bank much more significant power to be able to invest in these sectors.
Session: Science and Innovation Funding 2025-06-25
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The recent National Audit Office report was hugely concerning, indicating that only 5% of animals are physically checked as they come into the UK, with illegal meat entering through ports. The farm animal veterinary workforce is overstretched, and issues like climate change and antimicrobial resistance increase disease risks. If foot and mouth disease hits again, it will devastate agriculture and food security. Can the Minister assure that these strategic national threats are treated seriously?
Context
Following the National Audit Office report highlighting high risk and unpreparedness for major animal disease outbreaks in the UK, concerns over post-Brexit border checks and climate change impacts on biosecurity.
The Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs (Daniel Zeichner)
The hon. Gentleman is absolutely right, we take this matter extremely seriously; previous reports have highlighted similar concerns. We are giving careful consideration to the recent report and will develop a plan to address it. Balancing threats with measures such as restricting personal imports due to continental risks.
Session: Animal Disease Outbreaks 2025-06-19
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I wish you a very happy birthday, Mr Speaker—your 40th, I am guessing. I was really impressed that Holy Trinity church in Colden Common, which is a heritage building, managed to increase its energy efficiency rating from F to A. Can the Secretary of State give any advice or guidance to communities who wish to improve heritage buildings, listed buildings and other old properties, which often face planning issues when seeking to install solar panels or insulation, or take other energy efficiency measures?
Context
The hon. Member highlights the success of Holy Trinity church in Colden Common, which improved its energy efficiency rating from F to A by installing solar panels and insulation despite facing planning issues.
The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Ed Miliband)
Let me congratulate the hon. Member’s community group. This whole set of questions has shown the huge untapped potential in the constituencies of Members in all parts of the House. We will take this back to GB Energy, because I think the role of community groups as potential partners is really important. Secondly, he makes an important point on planning guidance. Sometimes the planning rules are okay, but the guidance is the problem and it creates bureaucratic hurdles. I am working with the Minister for Housing and Planning to make sure the guidance is clear to local councils where there are barriers that they should not be putting in the way.
Session: Rooftop Solar Power 2025-06-10
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Prisons have an important role in protecting the public and punishing criminals, but they are also vital to rehabilitation. Given that around half of prisoners reoffend within a year of being released, what steps are the Government taking to ensure that programmes to address mental health, addiction and education are not only available, but effective and consistently delivered across the prison estate, including in our prison in Winchester?
Context
Concerns about high reoffending rates among prisoners, particularly within a year of release.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Sir Nicholas Dakin)
The hon. Member is right to emphasise all those programmes. They are clearly extremely important, and we publish and monitor a range of performance metrics linked to rehabilitative programme delivery, including employment at six weeks and six months post-release, or at the start of a community order, and engagement with substance misuse treatment. All those measures are in place and are properly monitored, but as always, there is more to be done in this area.
Session: Prisons Rehabilitation 2025-06-03
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The entire country was appalled by the terrible crime of girls being groomed by gangs of older men. It is about 10 years since these crimes first came to light and since the Jay inquiry made 20 recommendations. Will the Government commit to implementing all those recommendations, in full and at pace, to help protect future victims?
Context
Following the public outcry over cases of child grooming by older men, the Jay inquiry made 20 recommendations to protect victims.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department (Jess Phillips)
I thank the hon. Gentleman for both the tone and the sentiment of his question, and I hope that everyone in the House agrees with him. It is, in fact, 15 years since the original Jay report on the events in Rotherham. We will work at pace with the stakeholders, including the victims and Professor Alexis Jay, to ensure that what was intended in those recommendations can happen. I will do that as quickly as it can possibly be done.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls 2025-01-13
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Farmers in Hampshire and across the country were disappointed when the Conservative Government signed trade deals undermining our high animal welfare standards. Will steps be taken to ensure British farmers do not have to compete with products produced to lower welfare standards, such as battery hens or excessive antibiotic use? The public is proud of these standards.
Context
Continuing from the previous concern, this supplementary question focuses on specific actions to maintain high animal welfare standards post-trade deals.
Douglas Alexander
We will not compromise on animal welfare standards in new agreements. Although past negotiations might have been approached differently, reopening them would create uncertainty harmful to UK business. Current monitoring shows no flood of Australian or New Zealand beef and lamb into the UK market.
Session: Free Trade Deals Farmers 2024-12-12
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What recent assessment has been made of the potential impact of free trade deals on farmers? I worked with farmers for many years as a veterinary surgeon and now meet them regularly as an MP. Farmers in Hampshire and across the country were disappointed when previous Conservative Governments signed trade deals that undermined high animal welfare standards. Will steps be taken to ensure British farmers do not have to compete with products from lower welfare countries, such as battery hens or those involving excessive antibiotic use? The public is proud of our high standards.
Context
The question arises from concerns about the impact of free trade deals on farmers, particularly regarding animal welfare standards.
Douglas Alexander
Our approach to free trade considers impact and opportunities for farmers. Impact assessments are published to aid ratification processes. The Government does not want to compromise on animal welfare standards in new agreements, although past negotiations might have been handled differently. Reopening past deals would create uncertainty harmful to UK business. Current monitoring shows no flood of Australian or New Zealand beef and lamb into the UK market.
Session: Free Trade Deals Farmers 2024-12-12
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Will the Minister, in addition to coming down harder on water companies, commit to implementing a sewage victims compensation scheme for that particular problem?
Context
England hosts a significant portion of the world's chalk streams, with Winchester having Rivers Itchen and Meon. However, these rivers face ecological challenges due to over-abstraction, pollution, and sewage dumping by water companies.
Alex Davies-Jones
I will ensure that the hon. Member's comments are passed to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and the Minister responsible for water quality. I can confirm that we are committed to delivering for nature, taking action to meet our targets in the Environment Act 2021, and that we work in partnership with civil society, communities and businesses to restore and protect our natural world.
Session: Support for Victims of Ecocide 2024-12-10
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What steps her Department is taking through the criminal justice system to help support victims of ecocide.
Context
The question arises from the need to support victims affected by large-scale environmental destruction. The term 'ecocide' is being considered in legal contexts.
Alex Davies-Jones
The victims code sets out the services and support that victims of crime are entitled to receive from the criminal justice system in England and Wales. That includes the right to access support, which applies regardless of whether they decide to report the crime directly to the police. We provide police and crime commissioners with annual grant funding to commission local, practical, emotional, and therapeutic support services for all victims of crime.
Session: Support for Victims of Ecocide 2024-12-10
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We are very proud that UK agriculture has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world. It is for this reason that the production of foie gras was banned in 2007, as it is considered to be too cruel. While we are desperate to reduce trade barriers with the EU, are there any steps to ban products like foie gras to ensure that all animal products sold in the UK are produced to at least the same animal welfare standards as those in the UK?
Context
The UK banned foie gras production in 2007 due to high animal welfare standards. There are concerns about ensuring similar standards for imported products.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
The hon. Gentleman is absolutely right to raise the issue of very high standards of animal welfare in food production. This Government will prioritise that in trade policy, unlike the Conservatives who, when they were in government, negotiated free trade agreements that consistently undermined agriculture in the UK.
Session: Trade Barriers with the EU 2024-12-05
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What steps his Department is taking to help reduce trade barriers with the EU?
Context
The UK faces challenges in reducing trade barriers with the EU, impacting various sectors.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
The Prime Minister and the President of the European Commission met on 2 October in Brussels and agreed to strengthen the relationship between the UK and the EU. Maroš Šefčovič, on behalf of the European Union, and I, on behalf of the UK Government, will now take forward that important work. We are committed to reducing barriers to trade, including negotiating a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement to reduce checks on food and put food on people's tables more cheaply.
Session: Trade Barriers with the EU 2024-12-05
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As a veterinary surgeon faces being struck off for failing to meet professional standards, does he agree that enshrining the ministerial code in law could similarly enforce accountability and consequences for Ministers who lie or break rules?
Context
The question builds on the previous one, focusing on veterinary standards and asking if enshrining the ministerial code in law would ensure real consequences for breaches.
Ellie Reeves
The hon. Gentleman's question is acknowledged, but no commitment is given to enshrine the ministerial code in law beyond establishing a Modernisation Committee and issuing an updated code.
Session: Ministerial Standards 2024-10-24
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What steps is he taking to ensure high ministerial standards in government after a period marked by unethical behavior from previous ministers, including parties at Downing Street during lockdowns and granting contracts to friends?
Context
The question addresses the need for high ministerial standards following years of scandals and rule-breaking by Conservative Ministers.
Ellie Reeves
The behaviour of Conservative Ministers shattered trust in politics. This new Government aims to restore confidence by issuing a new robust ministerial code and establishing a Modernisation Committee to drive up standards.
Session: Ministerial Standards 2024-10-24
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I have been inundated with questions about the cuts to the winter fuel allowance. Many pensioners live on or near the poverty line and will face a crisis this winter. Given the strength of feeling across the House, will the Chancellor reconsider her decision? If not, will she commit to a vote and debate?
Context
The question arises from widespread constituent concerns about the reduction in winter fuel allowance impacting pensioners living on or near poverty.
James Murray
The state pension is £900 more this year than last year thanks to the triple lock, which we are committed to maintaining. Energy bills are lower compared to previous years. We aim to increase take-up of pension credit so that all eligible pensioners receive winter fuel payments.
Session: Energy Bills Support for Households 2024-09-03
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What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help support households with energy bills. I am concerned about the cuts in winter fuel allowance affecting pensioners who live on or near the poverty line, plunging them into crisis this winter. Will the Chancellor reconsider her decision?
Context
The question is prompted by increasing concerns among constituents about the impact of high energy costs on household budgets.
James Murray
The state pension is £900 more this year than last year due to the triple lock, which we are committed to maintaining throughout this Parliament. Energy bills are lower this year compared to previous years. We aim to increase take-up of pension credit so that all eligible pensioners receive winter fuel payments.
Session: Energy Bills Support for Households 2024-09-03
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
04 November 2025
Main Concerns
['The debate highlights the importance of continued UK support for the Global Fund, which has saved millions of lives. The hon. Member notes that progress is fragile without sustained investment, citing examples like US funding cuts leading to an estimated 120,000 deaths.']
Specific Asks
['Dr Chambers asks the Government to commit to replenishing the Global Fund sufficiently and demonstrate international leadership on this issue.']
Holocaust Memorial Day 2026-01-29
29 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The hon. Member for Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket opened the debate by highlighting the importance of Holocaust Memorial Day, especially in the context of recent events in Gaza which have polarized c...
Rural Communities 2026-01-07
07 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government’s policies have resulted in rising taxes, record closures of agriculture businesses, shops, pubs, and restaurants, falling levels of business investment, changes to funding for rural ar...
Ukraine and Wider Operational Update 2026-01-07
07 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Animal Welfare Strategy 2025-12-18
18 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the Government’s animal welfare strategy, promised for the end of the year, will be published before Christmas? The urgency lies in the need to scrutinise the plans give...
Business of the House 2025-12-18
18 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Expressed condolences for the Bondi Beach attack, criticised the Labour Government's failure to meet its promises, highlighted issues like rising taxes, cost of living crisis, NHS waiting lists, socia...
Resident Doctors Industrial Action 2025-12-10
10 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
G20 and Ukraine 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister discussed the ongoing situation in Ukraine, emphasising the need for a ceasefire and just and lasting peace. He highlighted the coalition of willing nations' efforts to maintain Ukr...
Injury in Service Award 2025-11-20
20 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate seeks to acknowledge the risks faced by police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other emergency service personnel; recognises catastrophic injuries suffered in public service with ina...
Support for Disabled Veterans 2025-10-28
28 October 2025
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
I am grateful for the opportunity to highlight the issues faced by disabled veterans. At the last census, more than 3,000 people in Eastleigh reported that they had previously served in the armed forc...
Ukraine 2025-10-15
15 October 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
81.8%
18 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
11
50.0% of votes
No Votes
7
31.8% of votes
Abstentions
4
18.2% of votes
03 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 9
Ayes: 181
Noes: 335
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 86 stand part
Ayes: 344
Noes: 173
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 24
Ayes: 184
Noes: 331
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 188
Noes: 341
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
2
PMQs Asked
22
Ministerial Questions Asked
47
House of Commons Debates Involved
1
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
22
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 649 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
+3% above average
This MP:
2
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
+177% above average
This MP:
22
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-35% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1887% above average
This MP:
47
Average:
2.4
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
5.1
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.2
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+8% above average
This MP:
81.8
Average:
75.6
Important Context
- - Ministers answer questions rather than asking them, so have different activity patterns
- - Activity quantity doesn't measure quality or effectiveness of representation
- - Some MPs focus more on constituency work than parliamentary questions
- - Newly elected MPs will have less parliamentary history
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This page tracks Danny Chambers's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.