Charlie Dewhirst
MP for Bridlington and The Wolds
Con
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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I will give the Prime Minister some brief respite from Peter Mandelson. However, he will also be familiar with the name Phil Shiner, the disgraced lawyer who was struck off and convicted for repeatedly inventing vexatious cases against British troops in Iraq. It is something of a surprise that the Prime Minister authored a chapter in Mr Shiner’s book about pursuing our veterans via the European Court of Human Rights. Can I ask him specifically: was he ever instructed by Mr Shiner’s law firm, Public Interest Lawyers, to act in any legal case?
Context
The question refers to the controversial lawyer Phil Shiner, who was struck off for repeatedly inventing vexatious cases against British troops in Iraq.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Let me be absolutely clear about this: as soon as there were any allegations of wrongdoing by Phil Shiner, I had absolutely nothing to do with him.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-04
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The Prime Minister may be aware that my local authority in the East Riding of Yorkshire is the lowest-funded per pupil for children with special educational needs and disabilities, and his local authority in Camden is the highest—an inequality that he has repeatedly pledged to end. Well, the results are in: next year, children in my local area will receive just under £1,000, and children in his local area will receive over £3,800. The gap is getting wider. Will he explain to the House why he thinks that children in my constituency are worth so much less than children in his?
Context
A disparity exists between the funding per pupil in Charlie's constituency compared to Camden, despite repeated pledges from the government to address this issue.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We are applying their formula—the one that you put in place in government—[Interruption.] We are changing it—[Interruption.] Special educational needs are probably raised with me more than any other issue that is raised in the House. We are proposing reforms.
Assessment
The PM did not address why there's a disparity between East Riding of Yorkshire and Camden specifically.
Interruption
Session: PMQs 2026-01-21
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How is the Northern Ireland Executive expected to achieve their target of doubling tourism in the next 10 years if the Chancellor's increase in national insurance contributions is having a devastating impact on the hospitality sector? Over a quarter of businesses report losses; another 20% are breaking even.
Context
The MP is concerned about the impact of national insurance increases on the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland, citing business losses and impacts on tourism targets.
Hilary Benn
The increase in national insurance was a decision that the Government took to deal with the inheritance left by the last Government. The fact that the Northern Ireland economy is growing and has the lowest unemployment in the UK shows the strength of its economy.
Session: Autumn Budget 2025 2026-02-11
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What further action is being taken to reduce the number of individuals in migrant hotels? Can he guarantee that there will be no new migrant hotels?
Context
There is a discrepancy between the pledge made by the party to reduce numbers and the actual increase.
Alex Norris
The reduction from 54,000 to 36,000 asylum seekers in accommodation indicates progress. We will not open new hotels but will use large sites which are opposed by the Opposition Front Bench.
Session: Asylum Seekers Hotels 2026-02-09
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I thank the Leader of the House for that answer, and please can he pass my best wishes on to the Second Church Estates Commissioner? In my area, 26 churches are covered by just five priests, and only three of those priests are paid, so I hope that the Leader of the House will join me in thanking all the regular churchgoers who do so much to ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the beautiful churches right across East Yorkshire. Will he do everything he can to ensure that the Church of England attracts more priests into the fold?
Context
The Church of England faces challenges with clergy deployment, particularly in rural areas. In Bridlington and The Wolds constituency, 26 churches are covered by just five priests, only three of whom are paid.
Alan Campbell
I will pass on the hon. Gentleman’s best wishes to the Second Church Estates Commissioner. The position he describes is, I think, not unusual across the country. I certainly join him in thanking regular churchgoers for everything they do for the upkeep of their churches. I will convey his comments to the Second Church Estates Commissioner, and I am sure that she will write to him as soon as possible.
Session: Vicars Rural Parishes 2025-11-27
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The Chancellor’s announcements in relation to gambling duty could cost the industry up to 16,000 jobs, largely in the high- tech part of that industry, and move £6 billion of gambling stakes into the black market. Does she agree that taxing something does not necessarily stop it from happening, and that this will move problem gamblers into a less regulated, illegal space?
Context
The Chancellor's announcements in yesterday’s Budget regarding gambling duties could lead to up to 16,000 job losses, primarily in the high-tech sector of the industry, and move £6 billion of gambling stakes into the black market.
Lisa Nandy (Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport)
We have looked at this issue as part of our work leading up to the Budget. We sought to limit the economic impact on high street businesses by focusing tax rises on parts with lower operating costs. Additionally, measures were introduced in the Budget to permanently lower business rates for over 750,000 retail and hospitality properties to help mitigate some of the impacts on betting shops. The aim is to lift 450,000 children out of poverty.
Session: Gambling Duty 2025-11-27
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Does the Secretary of State agree that the introduction of a pay-per-mile charge for motorists in next week’s Budget would disproportionately impact rural constituencies such as mine, because people are more reliant on cars to get about, and represent yet another slap in the face from this Government for the countryside and for motorists?
Context
Concerns about the introduction of a pay-per-mile charge in next week's Budget that would disproportionately affect rural constituencies reliant on car usage.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
There are no proposals to introduce a national pay-per-mile scheme. This Government are firmly on the side of drivers. As I have set out, we are pumping £24 billion of capital into motorways and local roads, with a record £1.6 billion for local roads maintenance this year, which is £500 million more than last year, and we are further repairing rundown bridges, decaying flyovers and worn-out tunnels.
Session: Motorists 2025-11-20
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Given that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has yet to publish its land use framework or its 25-year farming road map, would it be prudent for the Government to pause all major solar farm applications until such time as they have a joined-up strategy for energy production on agricultural land?
Context
The question follows discussions on the development of large-scale solar farms, which are subject to quasi-judicial planning decisions by the Secretary of State.
The Minister for Energy (Michael Shanks)
There were 14 years when the Conservative party could have had a land use framework or a centralised strategic spatial energy plan, but it did not. We are now doing those things, and there will be an alignment between the strategic plan for energy and the work that DEFRA is doing on a land use framework. On solar, even the most ambitious plans for the roll-out of ground-mounted solar would use only 0.4% of UK land by 2030. These projects are important for constituents and people across the country if we are to bring down bills as quickly as possible, and they go through a rigorous planning process.
Session: Large-scale Solar Farms 2025-11-18
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The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has just come to the Dispatch Box and said that we have done a new trade deal with the European Union, which I think is news to both the Prime Minister and Brussels. The only thing this Government have done so far in terms of EU relations is to sell out our fishing industry for the next 12 years. With that in mind, will the Minister actually stand up for British interests in future negotiations with Brussels?
Context
There is concern about the UK's approach to negotiating trade relations with the EU, particularly regarding fishing rights.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Minister)
I stand up for British interests in every negotiation with Brussels. I will tell the hon. Gentleman what is not standing up for British interests. We negotiated, within 10 months of coming into government, the new common understanding that will be good for jobs, bear down on bills and give us the tools to secure our borders. The leader of the Conservative party opposed it before even reading it.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-10-23
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What assessment has been made of the potential impact of changes to inheritance tax relief on Scotland’s agricultural sector? Farmers are worried and do not believe government assurances. What representations have you made to the Chancellor on behalf of farmers in Scotland ahead of the Budget?
Context
Discussion of changes to inheritance tax relief proposed by the Government which would affect Scotland's farmers. Debate centered around representations made to the Chancellor.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland (Kirsty McNeill)
We are in regular dialogue with farming stakeholders and consider evidence presented. We will not deviate from our policy objective to raise revenue and introduce fairness to the tax system, despite giving due consideration to evidence.
Session: Inheritance Tax Relief Agriculture Sector 2025-10-22
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Is it the Government’s intention to legislate to make that possible?
Context
The MP expressed interest in empowering residents to take over management of shared spaces from unaccountable estate management firms.
Matthew Pennycook
The hon. Gentleman draws the House’s attention to an important point about freehold estates, and I direct his attention to the report by the Competition and Markets Authority on the matter if he wants to read further. There is a problem here: too many amenities and infrastructures are not being delivered to common adoptable standards, and therefore many local authorities rightly say that they do not expect to pick up the tab for bringing those amenities up to the relevant standard and then maintaining them. We have got to tackle both issues as we look to end the prevalence of these freehold estate arrangements going forward.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-07-14
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People are rightly concerned by reports that the Home Office is buying hotels to house asylum seekers. That appears to be completely at odds with the Government’s manifesto pledge to end the use of hotels. Will the Home Secretary or her Minister confirm to the House whether those reports are true or not true? Will she reassure my constituents in Bridlington and The Wolds that there are no plans to house illegal migrants in facilities in our local area?
Context
Reports suggest the Home Office is buying hotels to house asylum seekers, which appears contrary to the government's manifesto pledge to end hotel usage. Bridlington and The Wolds residents are concerned about this.
The Minister for Border Security and Asylum (Dame Angela Eagle)
The Home Office is not buying hotels. As for the hon. Gentleman’s constituency, there are currently 61 service users housed in his area, which is less than 15% of the quota, and there are zero hotels.
Session: Asylum Accommodation 2025-07-07
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It is nearly four years since Professor Sir Chris Whitty published his striking report on health in coastal communities. Covid inevitably delayed implementation, so will the Secretary of State look again at that report, deliver on the chief medical officer’s recommendations and ensure that my constituents in Bridlington and The Wolds can access the health services that they need?
Context
Professor Sir Chris Whitty published a report highlighting health issues in coastal areas, recommending improvements to access to healthcare. Implementation was delayed due to the pandemic.
Wes Streeting
The hon. Gentleman is right to commend Sir Chris Whitty’s report. We have taken that into consideration, as well as the wider consultation we did in preparation for our 10-year plan for health, which will commit to tackling the gross health inequalities that affect our country, particularly in rural and coastal communities.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-06-17
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Last week the Chancellor committed £9.6 billion over the next four years to the school rebuilding programme. Hornsea school and language college in my constituency is in dire need of a full rebuild, so can the Secretary of State commit today to including it in the next tranche of rebuilds? If she needs any persuading, I would be delighted to invite her to make a short detour on her way back to Sunderland and to come and have a look for herself.
Context
The Chancellor committed £9.6 billion over the next four years to the school rebuilding programme, with Hornsea school in dire need of a full rebuild.
Stephen Morgan
We have significantly increased investment to improve the condition of schools or rebuild them; ensuring that schools have the resources and buildings that they need is key to our plan for change. If the hon. Member would like to write to me about that school, I would be happy to update him on this matter.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-06-16
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In my constituency, 115 pubs and five breweries contribute £40 million to the local economy and support 1,500 jobs. As highlighted by the British Beer and Pub Association, the sector faces a disproportionate business rates burden, with pubs paying a higher share relative to their turnover, so will the Government commit to increasing the upper threshold of small business rate relief in order that these iconic British institutions continue to thrive?
Context
The MP highlights the significant business rates burden faced by pubs in their constituency, contributing to a local economy worth £40 million and supporting 1,500 jobs. They reference the British Beer and Pub Association's concerns over disproportionate rates.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Gareth Thomas)
I certainly take the hon. Member’s broader point about the significance of business rates to the hospitality sector, particularly pubs. I have heard strong representations from the industry about the need for business rates reform. The hon. Member will be delighted that this Government have instigated significant business rates reform, which previous Governments over the last 14 years did not do, including a permanently lower rate for retail, hospitality and leisure.
Session: Hospitality Industry 2025-05-01
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Charlie Dewhirst noted that his area, the East Riding of Yorkshire, has the lowest level of funding for SEND, expressing hope that the current review will address this disparity. He further highlighted parents' dread during school holidays due to limited and expensive provision for out-of-school activities for children with SEND.
Context
The East Riding of Yorkshire receives the lowest level of funding for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), raising concerns about equitable distribution of resources.
The Secretary of State for Education (Bridget Phillipson)
Bridget Phillipson acknowledged the hon. Gentleman's concern and stated that she will look carefully at funding issues and broader support as part of wider reform. She noted that parents have the right to request wraparound holiday childcare places, and the relevant guidance was updated this year to ensure all children receive necessary support.
Session: SEND Funding 2025-04-28
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I have twice invited Ministers to visit Bridlington district hospital with me to see its much-underutilised potential. In the light of the ongoing challenges faced by coastal and rural health services and the newly announced changes to integrated care boards, may I hope that it will be third time lucky, and extend that invitation once again?
Context
The Hon. Member invites Ministers to visit a hospital in his constituency to see its underutilised potential, especially considering the challenges faced by coastal health services.
Wes Streeting
We are delighted to receive the hon. Gentleman’s representations. We will look carefully at the case he makes and will consider visits as diaries allow.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-03-25
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The Government have said that they are concerned, as we all are, about our future security, so why is food security expendable in Wales and beyond? That is the message from farmer Stella Owen of the National Farmers Union Cymru, who has said that the Government’s actions are “destructive” and threaten the future of family farms across Wales. How many of those family farms is the Minister prepared to see go under before she and the Secretary of State step up and act in the interests of that key sector by helping the men and women who are livid, worried and fearing for their livelihoods?
Context
Charlie Dewhirst questions the estimate of farms affected by changes to APR and BPR in Wales, referencing concerns about food security raised by farmer Stella Owen.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Dame Nia Griffith)
As I am sure the shadow Secretary of State has been reminded many times, difficult decisions had to be made to fund our public services, but the changes still leave a significant amount of relief in place. Farming parents will typically be able to pass on up to £3 million to their children without paying any inheritance tax at all, and above that amount inheritance tax will be paid at a reduced effective rate of up to 20%, rather than the standard 40%. Estates have up to 10 years to pay any tax due, and it will be interest-free. Those terms are not available to others.
Session: Changes to APR and BPR Number of Farms Affected 2025-03-12
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What discussions has the Minister had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on levels of non-domestic rates for pubs? The highest pub in the Yorkshire wolds, the Wolds Inn at Huggate, faces a crippling rise in non-domestic rates despite being a successful community asset. Local pubs are essential to communities and provide economic benefits, so will the Minister reverse this tax grab?
Context
Charlie Dewhirst highlighted the economic challenges faced by local pubs, specifically mentioning the Wolds Inn at Huggate, which is a thriving community asset but struggles with rising non-domestic rates.
The Minister for Local Government and English Devolution (Jim McMahon)
The Departments engage regularly on business rates matters. Pubs benefit from a 40% relief on their bills in the 2025-26 financial year, up to £110,000, and will see permanently lower rates for qualifying businesses starting 2026-27 as announced by the Chancellor. The Minister recognises pubs' importance but argues that 99% of pubs under the £500,000 threshold benefit from this scheme.
Session: Pubs Non-domestic Rates 2025-03-03
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In Bridlington and The Wolds, local churches struggle financially to maintain their historic structures, with maintenance costs reaching into tens of thousands of pounds. Despite their crucial role and heritage status as 50% of listed buildings in the country, there is no funding from either the Church or government. Will the hon. Member make representations to the Church of England for additional financial support?
Context
Rural parishes face significant financial challenges to maintain historic church buildings, with costs often in the tens of thousands. These churches receive no funding from either the Church of England or the government.
The Second Church Estates Commissioner (Marsha De Cordova)
I congratulate the hon. Member on being a true champion for his constituency and also for the need for additional resources that will ensure that our churches can truly stand the test of time. I shall certainly raise these issues and write to him about what steps he can take at a local level. It is also worth pointing out that bishops representing rural communities meet regularly every quarter to look at best practice and other ways they can support their diocese better.
Session: Rural Parishes 2025-02-27
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Hospitality businesses in my constituency of Bridlington and The Wolds are rightly concerned about Labour’s plans for a tourist tax in Wales, so will the Secretary of State confirm to the House today whether it is her Government’s policy to roll out such a tax across the United Kingdom?
Context
Hospitality businesses in Bridlington and The Wolds are concerned about Labour's plans for a tourist tax in Wales, which may affect local economies.
The Secretary of State for Wales (Jo Stevens)
As the hon. Member may know, tourism is devolved, and we work closely with the devolved Governments. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport—my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for that Department is here—will carefully monitor the proposal by the Welsh Government. There are currently no plans to introduce a similar tax in England.
Session: Visitor Levy 2025-01-29
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Residents of the Wolds View development feel trapped by unaccountable management companies. Will the Minister legislate to protect freeholders from unfair charges and provide assistance?
Context
Freeholders in the Wolds View development are trapped at the mercy of an unaccountable management company.
The Minister for Housing and Planning (Matthew Pennycook)
We are committed to ending fleecehold injustice and will consult next year on legislative options. We aim to implement consumer protection provisions quickly as part of the 2024 Act’s new measures.
Session: Leasehold Reform 2025-01-20
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The increase in employer national insurance contributions comes at a time when we simply cannot afford to lose any more provision from care providers. Given Age UK's estimate that 2 million people aged 65 and over already have unmet care and support needs, what assessment has the Minister made of the potential increase in unmet care needs as a result of the increase to employer national insurance contributions?
Context
Charlie Dewhirst raised concerns about the timing of an increase in employer national insurance contributions amid existing challenges in the provision of social care. Age UK estimates that 2 million people aged 65 and over already have unmet care and support needs.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
There is a pattern here. The Conservatives welcome the additional investment in health and care but oppose the choices that we have made to raise the revenue. They need to tell us which services they would cut or which taxes they would raise instead.
Session: Employer National Insurance Contributions Social Care 2025-01-07
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Will the Minister join me in congratulating East Riding of Yorkshire council on achieving the armed forces covenant employer recognition scheme gold award, and pay tribute to both the council leader Anne Handley and our armed forces champion Councillor Liam Dealtry for their roles in achieving that? Could he also tell the House what he is doing to encourage more organisations to achieve this highest standard in veterans’ support?
Context
The MP highlighted East Riding of Yorkshire council's achievement in receiving the gold award for the armed forces covenant.
The Minister for Veterans and People (Al Carns)
I thank the hon. Member for raising that point, and congratulate the people he has mentioned on signing up to the covenant duty, which is superb. They join about 12,400 others who have given their signatures, which is a fantastic example of British society standing up to support veterans. In due course, I would like to visit and meet them when we get a chance.
Session: Support for Veterans 2025-01-06
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There appears to be inconsistency between what Ministers are saying about the report by the National Energy System Operator and what the CEO of NESO told the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee last week. Can the Secretary of State answer this clearly: does the NESO report forecast higher or lower energy bills under his policy?
Context
There is an inconsistency between what Ministers are saying about the NESO report and its actual findings.
Ed Miliband
Page 77 of the NESO report says very clearly what happens to overall costs in the system: electricity costs are reduced by £10 per MWh. As NESO says, it is for Government to make policy choices that determine the precise impact on bills, but the report is clear that the system will be cheaper.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-12-17
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The teachers and staff at Hornsea school do a fantastic job for their pupils despite poor building conditions. Given the Chancellor's commitment of £1.4 billion to continue the school rebuilding programme in last week's Budget, will you prioritise Hornsea school?
Context
Hornsea school and language college faces issues with crumbling buildings, including leaking roofs, affecting the school's 1,300 pupils. Of these, 90 have special educational needs.
Stephen Morgan
I note the hon. Member's point on that specific college. The Chancellor committed £1.4 billion at the Budget to drive delivery of the current school rebuilding programme for next year. Over the coming weeks and months, we will work with trusts and local authorities to identify which schools will be in scope.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-11-04
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What guarantees can the Secretary of State give to steelworkers in Scunthorpe that the grid connection required for a new electric arc furnace will be ready on time next year?
Context
Steelworkers in Scunthorpe require a grid connection for the construction of an electric arc furnace to be operational by next year.
Ed Miliband
The hon. Gentleman raises a very important issue that I am afraid was not solved by the last Government. We are working at pace with National Grid, and I am sure the Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, my hon. Friend the Member for Rutherglen (Michael Shanks), will be happy to talk to him further about the work we are doing.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-08
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As was alluded to by my right hon. Friend the Member for Beverley and Holderness (Graham Stuart), children with special educational needs and disabilities in some urban local authorities receive three times more funding than they do in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Will the Secretary of State or her Minister meet me and East Riding colleagues, so that we can secure a fairer future for our local children?
Context
Children with special educational needs receive significantly less funding in some rural areas compared to urban ones.
Catherine McKinnell
The Secretary of State has set out extensive responses to extensive questions on the inherited challenges in the SEND system. We recognise the issues that the hon. Gentleman raised, and will be happy to meet him and his colleagues around his local authority area to discuss this further.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-09-09
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Six Nations Rugby Championship: Viewing Access
04 February 2025
Responding: Stephanie Peacock
Main Concerns
['The Six Nations Rugby Championship is one of the most popular annual sporting events, attracting millions of viewers across various platforms. Over the years, it has provided iconic moments that have inspired generations to take up rugby. However, there are concerns that any move away from free-to-air television could see audiences plummet and risk missing out on inspiring future players and fans.']
Specific Asks
["Charlie Dewhirst asks for a balance between reaching a broad audience through free-to-air coverage and ensuring financial stability for the Rugby Football Union. He also highlights the importance of maintaining accessibility to inspire the next generation of rugby players and supporters, particularly in women's rugby."]
Points of Order 2026-02-04
04 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
China and Japan 2026-02-02
02 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister outlined the importance of engaging with both China and Japan to safeguard national interests. He discussed his recent visit, highlighting the strengthening of UK-US relations, rese...
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Agricultural Sector Import Standards 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate focuses on the imbalance between high domestic farming standards in the UK, prioritising animal welfare and environmental considerations, and the often lower import standards. Sam Carling h...
Business of the House 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Mr. Norman discussed various topics including the launch of a new autonomous robotics degree at his constituency's university, criticised the hon. Member for Clacton for attending Davos, raised concer...
Fishing Industry 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The fishing industry is critical to food security as an island nation. It supports communities, especially in coastal areas, but faces challenges such as climate change impacts, regulatory issues, and...
Business of the House 2026-01-15
15 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The MP expressed concern over the lack of full costing in the strategic defence review, resulting in delays to the Defence Investment Plan. He highlighted issues faced by local businesses such as the ...
Digital ID 2026-01-15
15 January 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the mandatory digital ID policy will continue as planned? The MP expresses concern about the policy's cost, effectiveness, and whether it is still necessary given its ev...
Iran 2026-01-13
13 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
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...
Attendance
95.5%
21 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
12
54.5% of votes
No Votes
9
40.9% of votes
Abstentions
1
4.5% of votes
03 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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 NO
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
VOTED NO
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
26
Ministerial Questions Asked
39
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
+228% above average
This MP:
26
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-35% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1549% above average
This MP:
39
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 (%)
+26% above average
This MP:
95.5
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 Charlie Dewhirst's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.