Preet Kaur Gill
MP for Birmingham Edgbaston
Labour (Co-op)
8 Jun 2017 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Through the Pride in Place initiative, the Government are helping residents to restore the Woodgate Valley café and so much more. What is the Prime Minister's message to my constituents about how politics can be a force for good?
Context
Communities like Bartley Green faced long-term austerity, impacting local services. The Pride in Place initiative aims to support community-driven projects.
Keir Starmer
My message is that I have always believed that those with skin in the game make the best decisions about their communities. Together, we can make that happen. Hope in Britain is found in our communities. That is why we are investing so heavily in our Pride in Place initiative.
Assessment
No specific investment details were provided.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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I was baffled on Monday when, given the chance to support legislation, backed by the National Crime Agency, to crack down on criminal smuggler gangs and secure our borders, Conservative and Reform Members linked arms in the voting Lobby to vote against it. The Conservatives spent three years and £700 million on their ludicrous Rwanda scheme, and saw four volunteers returned. Does the Prime Minister agree that there is only one party that is serious about repairing our broken immigration system?
Context
The Conservatives voted against the borders Bill that includes measures backed by the National Crime Agency to combat small boat crossings and protect lives at sea.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Yes, and let me remind Reform and the Tories what they voted against earlier this week in our borders Bill. They voted against making it an offence to organise the buying, selling and transport of small boats, against making it an offence to endanger lives at sea, and against powers to arrest suspected people smugglers before the smuggling takes place. They voted against. They voted for open borders—both of them.
Assessment
The PM did not confirm agreement with Preet Kaur Gill but highlighted what they voted against in the borders Bill.
Highlighted What They Voted Against
Session: PMQs 2025-02-12
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My constituents are fed up with seeing more and more dodgy Bob Shops on Hagley Road, Harborne and neighbouring Bearwood High Street. Can the Chancellor say what the Government are doing to tackle money laundering and other financial crimes involving the dodgy shops blighting our high streets?
Context
The MP noted concerns about counterfeit goods and financial crimes in her constituency, affecting Hagley Road, Harborne, and Bearwood High Street. She referenced the impact on local businesses and communities.
Rachel Reeves
I could not agree more with my hon. Friend, and that is why I announced—on the basis of many representations from colleagues, including her—a comprehensive set of measures at the Budget to crack down on illegal high street activity. We want our high streets to thrive, but we must crack down on these illegal businesses selling counterfeit goods and often harbouring more dangerous criminal activity.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-01-27
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Telegraph Poles: Birmingham
10 December 2024
Responding: Chris Bryant
Main Concerns
["The installation of telegraph poles by Brsk has caused significant issues in Birmingham, including a lack of consultation with residents, disregard for existing infrastructure, and obstruction to mobility. The MP highlighted specific instances where poles were erected without adequate notice or alternative solutions explored. Residents have faced concerns over safety and heritage impact, particularly near the historic Perrott's Folly."]
Specific Asks
["The MP asks the Minister to clarify what monitoring Ofcom is conducting on network providers' compliance with sharing infrastructure requirements under the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003. She also seeks updates on amending and strengthening this code of practice."]
Exempt Supported Accommodation
10 September 2024
Responding: Rushanara Ali
Main Concerns
['Since my election in 2017, issues with exempt supported accommodation have been a long-running problem. Birmingham has nearly 28,000 exempt claims across more than 9,000 properties. The sector has almost trebled since 2018 and quality concerns are rife among the properties. Poor-quality provision has led to an increase in social issues around community safety and antisocial behaviour. A key concern is how people are referred to and placed in the properties without proper assessment.']
Specific Asks
['I ask for a refreshed timeline on developing new regulations under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023, including national support standards, and creating a new planning use class for exempt accommodation. I also request clarity on data collection to improve reform efforts.']
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Puberty Suppressants Trial 2025-12-17
17 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm the pathways puberty blockers trial will continue, and if so why? The urgency lies in concerns about the safety of physically healthy children involved in the trial. Dr Johns...
Local Government Finance 2025-12-17
17 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 2025-11-18
18 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Asylum Policy 2025-11-17
17 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Financial Services Reform 2025-07-16
16 July 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government's financial services growth and competitiveness strategy is a 10-year plan to make the UK the global centre of choice for financial services investment by 2035. The sector, worth 9% of ...
Air India Plane Crash 2025-06-16
16 June 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Spending Review 2025 2025-06-11
11 June 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
As Chancellor, the speaker's main focus is to improve working people's lives and rebuild schools and hospitals. She highlights the previous government’s £22 billion black hole in public finances and e...
Bus Services (No. 2) Bill [Lords] 2025-06-02
02 June 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
86.4%
19 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
8
36.4% of votes
No Votes
11
50.0% of votes
Abstentions
3
13.6% 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
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
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
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
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 AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 9
Ayes: 181
Noes: 335
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 86 stand part
Ayes: 344
Noes: 173
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 24
Ayes: 184
Noes: 331
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 188
Noes: 341
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
2
PMQs Asked
1
Ministerial Questions Asked
23
House of Commons Debates Involved
2
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
-87% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+30% above average
This MP:
2
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+873% above average
This MP:
23
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 (%)
+14% above average
This MP:
86.4
Average:
75.6
Important Context
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- - Activity quantity doesn't measure quality or effectiveness of representation
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This page tracks Preet Kaur Gill's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.