John Glen
MP for Salisbury
Con
6 May 2010 - Present
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Through the ages, an innovative and vibrant City of London has underpinned investment and growth in the wider economy, but the main challenge the City currently faces is how to get more capital into capital markets. Like many, I believe that London could gain new momentum if the Government took bold action to challenge and empower those who steward our pension assets to do things in new ways. Following the Chancellor’s decision to offer continuity of leadership at the Financial Conduct Authority, will the Prime Minister convene an urgent No. 10 summit with City leaders and the regulators to provide a reset and to maximise the chances that the City can lead economic growth and recovery in these times of grave uncertainty and turmoil?
Context
The MP is concerned about attracting more capital into the City of London's capital markets.
The Prime Minister
The right hon. Gentleman is right that we need to go further and faster in kick-starting growth and attracting the investment we need to create jobs, and that our regulators must regulate for growth and not just for risk. We do want that continuity of leadership that he mentioned, and we are convening and getting people together to drive growth.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not commit to a specific summit but indicated ongoing efforts to drive growth.
Indicating Ongoing Efforts
Session: PMQs 2025-04-23
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Last week I met Lawrence Bowman, the chief executive of South Western Railway. I am keen to make sure that all the Government’s changes take positive effect in Salisbury and south Wiltshire, so that tracks, signal and stock can be improved. Will the Minister make sure that there is a suitable reference board along the commuting line into Waterloo, so that when Lawrence Bowman’s business plan is delivered, there will not be any delays when he has to interact with local authorities—a concern that he raised with me last week?
Context
The MP met Lawrence Bowman, chief executive of South Western Railway. The representative expressed concerns about delays when interacting with local authorities.
James Murray (Chief Secretary to the Treasury)
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for raising the concerns of the services used by his constituents. I can assure him that I will look into those and get back to him.
Session: Rail Infrastructure 2026-01-27
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I am a former Chief Secretary to the Treasury, and I have seen reports that service chiefs are drafting letters to the Secretary of State warning of their concerns about whether enough money is going into defence. When the delayed defence investment plan is produced, will it give clarity on when the Government will reach the critical 3% threshold? To be credible, the plan needs to distinguish between the start of the next Parliament, which will be in 2029, and the end of it, which will be in 2034. If the plan does not do that, no one will take the aspiration seriously.
Context
Reports suggest that service chiefs are drafting letters to the Secretary of State warning about insufficient defence funding. The strategic importance and credibility of reaching the 3% GDP threshold for defence spending is under scrutiny.
The Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry (Luke Pollard)
The strategic defence review was written on the basis of reaching 3%, and that is a key part of how we are increasing defence spending. As a Government, we are increasing defence spending with £5 billion extra in our budget: it will be 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and 3% of GDP in the next Parliament. The strategic defence review will be implemented by the defence investment plan which will set out what capabilities we are buying and how we can improve our warfighting readiness.
Session: Defence Investment Plan 2025-12-15
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I welcome the changes to the listings review, but will the Minister look at what is happening with research and development tax credits and the efficiency of the delivery of those tax credits, because when the system does not work well enough, businesses are struggling before they get to listing?
Context
The MP welcomes changes to the listings review but is concerned about the efficiency of R&D tax credit delivery.
Lucy Rigby (The Economic Secretary to the Treasury)
I am grateful to the right hon. Member for his question, as I always am. We are doing an awful lot to support R&D in this country, including through many of the measures announced at the Budget. That includes putting an additional £7 billion into specific areas within the industrial strategy.
Session: Support for Entrepreneurs 2025-12-09
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I warmly welcome the innovation around the UK town of culture. My 10 seconds of fame as the Under Secretary of State for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport was in December 2017, when I went to Hull, the train broke down and I announced on “The One Show” that Coventry would be the UK city of culture. On behalf of Salisbury, which celebrates its 800th anniversary in 2027, may I ask if guidance can be given? Salisbury is a market town with a cathedral and we would love to apply, but given all our world-leading cultural assets we will need guidance about whether we qualify for the city or the town of culture.
Context
John Glen inquires about the eligibility and guidance for Salisbury's potential bid, considering its cultural assets.
The Minister for Creative Industries, Media and Arts (Ian Murray)
The right hon. Gentleman is probably exaggerating when he says he had 10 seconds of fame—
John Glen
Maybe five seconds?
iMurray I will meet him halfway and say seven and a half seconds. These are very exciting projects. As I said, I have already been lobbied by Wigan and Scunthorpe as I have been sitting on the Front Bench, and now I am being lobbied by Salisbury, so that shows the excitement around both the competitions. That is why we introduced the town of culture competition. I look forward to bids coming in and I am happy for officials to work with the right hon. Gentleman to ensure that the bid goes to the right competition.
John Glen
Maybe five seconds?
iMurray I will meet him halfway and say seven and a half seconds. These are very exciting projects. As I said, I have already been lobbied by Wigan and Scunthorpe as I have been sitting on the Front Bench, and now I am being lobbied by Salisbury, so that shows the excitement around both the competitions. That is why we introduced the town of culture competition. I look forward to bids coming in and I am happy for officials to work with the right hon. Gentleman to ensure that the bid goes to the right competition.
Session: Cities and Towns of Culture 2025-11-27
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Following the decision to cancel the A303 improvements at Stonehenge, the focus in Wiltshire is on what else can be done, particularly around Salisbury, to remove some of the enormous congestion that exists that clearly impacts on economic growth. I was grateful for the engagement with National Highways last night on the Wyndham bridge plans, but can the Secretary of State set out what she sees as an alternative investment in Salisbury and south Wiltshire, following the A303 decision?
Context
The MP discusses the cancellation of A303 improvements and seeks alternatives to improve economic growth in Salisbury.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I believe that the right hon. Gentleman has met my colleague, the former Minister for the future of roads, my hon. Friend the Member for Nottingham South (Lilian Greenwood), where they possibly discussed the A36 bypass around Salisbury. I am happy to meet him and talk to him further about any other ideas that he may have, in addition to the conversations he has already had with National Highways.
Session: Transport System Economic Growth 2025-11-20
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Will one of the Ministers meet with me? It is not right that charity investigations are not conducted properly when there are serious allegations.
Context
An international charity based in Wiltshire is facing serious historical allegations, and the current investigation falls between several agencies.
Lammy
I am very happy to look at that and ensure that a Minister meets with the right hon. Gentleman.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-11-11
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When I was Economic Secretary, against the advice of officials I advanced something called the no interest loan scheme. I am given to believe that one of the Minister’s two predecessors since the general election may have suspended that valuable attempt to support the most vulnerable in society. Will she look at that again in advance of the Budget in three weeks?
Context
Against the advice of officials, John Glen advanced a no interest loan scheme when he was Economic Secretary. It is believed that one of Lucy Rigby's two predecessors may have suspended this scheme.
Lucy Rigby (Economic Secretary to the Treasury)
I am aware of the scheme that the right hon. Member talks about. He will appreciate that I cannot pre-empt the launch of the strategy tomorrow, nor indeed the Budget, but I would be more than happy to meet him to talk about it in more detail.
Session: Financial Inclusion Strategy 2025-11-04
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I recently met with Discover Adventure, a small business in Coombe Bissett which is genuinely struggling to engage with Government over the recent package travel regulations. It sits ambiguously between DBT, the Department for Transport and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport; indeed, a question was thrown back today, having been tabled in the Table Office. May I sincerely ask the Minister to help me locate the correct Minister to deal with the Association of Independent Tour Operators? This is a vital small business sector in this country, and it needs someone to engage with in Government over these regulations.
Context
A small business called Discover Adventure is struggling to engage with Government over recent package travel regulations.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Blair McDougall)
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his constructive question; I am very happy to pursue that within Government. The wider point is that both the small business strategy and the industrial strategy are important because they are cross-Government strategies, as lots of sectors and individual businesses are facing challenges that are not just the responsibility of one Minister. I will certainly follow up on that.
Session: Small and Medium-sized Businesses 2025-10-30
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On Friday, I had the privilege of meeting Lawrence Bowman, the new chief executive of South Western Railway, who brings with him over 20 years of experience in the industry. We travelled from Salisbury to Tisbury. He says that he has to write a five-year plan. I am keen to ensure that that has the maximum impact and deals with the Tisbury loop. Salisbury is on the gateway to the south-west. I would be grateful if the Secretary of State delegated an official or a Minister to meet me so that, as the five-year plan is constructed, there are no unreasonable constraints or misunderstandings over what is necessary to ensure that the railway is at the centre of economic growth in the south-west.
Context
Lawrence Bowman, the new CEO of South Western Railway, has to write a five-year plan. John Glen is keen for this plan to address issues such as the Tisbury loop.
Heidi Alexander
I am pleased to hear that the right hon. Gentleman had a constructive meeting with the new South Western leadership. I was clear with Lawrence Bowman when he took up the job that I wanted him to meet local MPs along the route to talk about quick wins to improve services. I am very happy to ask officials from the Department for Transport to meet the right hon. Gentleman to have the conversations he seeks.
Session: Transport Economic Growth 2025-09-11
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I warmly welcome the new Economic Secretary to her role. Over the summer I looked at issues around liquidity in the London Stock Exchange and the deterioration that has happened. Given that only 15% of share trades attract stamp duty and much more trading is conducted in a dark environment, will the new Economic Secretary meet with me to hear my concerns and the concerns of those in the City so that we can move forward in a positive direction?
Context
Concerns have been raised about liquidity and trading practices in the London Stock Exchange, with only 15% of share trades attracting stamp duty.
Lucy Rigby (Economic Secretary to the Treasury)
I pay tribute to the right hon. Member’s work in this area, and I would be more than happy to meet with him to discuss those concerns.
Session: Financial Services Reform 2025-09-09
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Tina McKenzie, FSB policy chair, stated that for the first time in history more small businesses predict shrinking than expanding. Can you respond to this warning?
Context
The Federation of Small Businesses policy chair warned about the future shrinkage of small businesses.
Gareth Thomas
I respect Tina McKenzie and FSB, and we are closely working on measures for the small business strategy. The report paints a slightly more positive picture about bosses' confidence in SMEs. We will continue discussions with FSB for further detail.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-07-17
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I remain concerned that Sir Brian Langstaff has never asked me, as the Minister who was responsible for the design of the scheme, to account for the process that I adopted under the advice of civil servants. Does the Minister agree and what steps will he take to resolve these matters once and for all?
Context
The Minister responsible for the design of the scheme is concerned about continued lack of clarity and certainty for those affected, despite efforts to ensure engagement with representatives.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (The Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
I pay tribute to the work of my predecessor as Paymaster General in this area. I will take an approach that listens to suggestions without causing further undue delay to victims who have already waited too long. I am urgently looking at recommendations with a view to action.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme 2025-07-10
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Infantry regiments cite difficulty in recruiting in their traditional communities and recruitment grounds. Further to the exchange between the Secretary of State and the hon. Member for Epsom and Ewell (Helen Maguire), may I ask what more can be done to encourage, specifically, young British men to join the Army?
Context
Concern about difficulties in recruiting young men to join the Army, especially in traditional communities.
Luke Pollard
Last year 165,000 young people tried to join the British Army. We hired 9,500 of them, but 84% left because the process was too long. We have a superb “attract feature”, but we need to be better at converting, and we are making progress in that regard, although there is more to be done. I am happy to meet the right hon. Gentleman if he has any ideas that might support that.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-06-30
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It is rare but very encouraging when a constituent comes into a surgery with some solutions. A couple of months ago, Elizabeth Cordle came into my surgery to talk about Corefulness, which is a series of short, simple, evidence-based exercise programmes to mature essential movement skills and help improve a child’s readiness to learn and break down barriers to learning. She is uncertain on how exactly it could be applied to assist with SEND, but she is absolutely clear that, through the national roll-out that she is leading, it has enormous potential. Will the Minister engage with me and Elizabeth so that as the strategy is being developed, we can examine whether that programme has a wider application?
Context
A constituent, Elizabeth Cordle, came to John Glen's surgery with a programme called Corefulness, which is a series of short, simple, evidence-based exercise programmes designed to mature essential movement skills and help improve a child’s readiness to learn and break down barriers to learning. She believes the programme has potential for wider application in addressing SEND.
The Minister for School Standards (Catherine McKinnell)
I agree that we need to take a constructive and collaborative approach in how we improve outcomes for all children, and intervene in children’s lives to ensure their needs are met at the earliest stage possible. We will support schools to do that in any way we can. I would be more than happy to engage with the right hon. Gentleman on his constructive suggestion.
Session: SEND Strategy 2025-06-16
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I welcome the progress that is being made by IBCA. Of course, the Minister is not directly responsible for how quickly that is rolling out. I note that IBCA has announced that its plan is to prioritise those infected who are still alive; indeed, my constituent Daryn Craik was contacted last week. I suggest that the Minister set up a metric that IBCA could agree to for the time between when people are contacted and when they receive their payment. He could then report that interval back to the House, which would hold IBCA to account on the delivery for these infected people, who have suffered for too long.
Context
The Minister is not directly responsible for the speed of compensation rollout but John Glen suggests setting up a metric to hold IBCA accountable.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
I again pay tribute to my predecessor as Paymaster General for the work he did in standing up for the victims of this scandal. He is right to raise the case of his constituent, and about the balance between respecting IBCA’s independence and the levers, assistance and support that Ministers, and I specifically, can offer to IBCA. I would be more than happy to have a discussion with him about his specific suggestion.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme 2025-06-05
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The dean of Salisbury cathedral visited me recently to tell me about a visit he had made to the Nassar family farm—the Tent of Nations—just south of Bethlehem, near the Palestinian village of Nahallin. He expressed grave concerns about the situation the family finds itself in. What conversations has the hon. Lady had with the Foreign Secretary about the steps the Government are taking to defend the rights of Palestinians in the west bank, and can she confirm that the Government will raise the abuses of their rights with the Israeli Government?
Context
The Dean of Salisbury Cathedral visited a Palestinian family farm, expressing grave concerns about the situation. The Foreign Secretary's team has been engaged on this issue.
Marsha De Cordova (The Second Church Estates Commissioner)
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his question on this important issue. I continue to engage with the Foreign Secretary’s team and office on this issue, and I will write to the Government yet again, to ensure that they are defending and protecting the rights of all Palestinians. I think we can all agree that we need to see an end to the violence and the killing of innocent people.
Session: Christians in the Occupied Palestinian Territories 2025-04-03
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During their eight months in government, what assessment have the ministerial team made of the productivity of the civil service? What measures are they putting in place to improve it, and will the Minister report back to the House?
Context
The MP asks about the assessment of civil service productivity by the ministerial team.
Pat McFadden
I am grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for the work that he did on public sector productivity. It was probably essential given that in the eight years between 2016 and 2024 the previous Government employed an extra 131,000 civil servants, so it is quite right that we look at the productivity for the extra employment sanctioned by the last Government.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-03-06
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One issue that has come up is the need for recipients of payments to sign non-disclosure agreements or terms. I am anxious that misunderstandings do not arise as a consequence of that. Can the Minister use his good offices to implore IBCA to explain why that happens? If IBCA cannot do that, perhaps he can explain to the House why such agreements might be necessary.
Context
John Glen visited the Infected Blood Compensation Authority on January 30 and was impressed by their professionalism. However, there is concern about recipients of payments signing non-disclosure agreements.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
I am very grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for his work as Paymaster General. Indeed, I was pleased to facilitate his recent visit to IBCA and am grateful to him for the constructive approach that he continues to take. On the specific issue that he raises around the contracts that IBCA has entered into, I can say that I entirely agree with him about the need for transparency, and that is something that I am re-emphasising to IBCA.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme 2025-03-06
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I warmly welcome the Government’s commitment to extend the help to save scheme, which has been running for seven years. Martin Lewis describes it as a very clever scheme and one that will work for many people. May I urge the Minister to look at what needs to be done to raise awareness of it, because the actual uptake is very low, given that the Government have been giving £1,200 over four years? It is critical that the right investment in promoting it happens, because it is such a brilliant scheme.
Context
The MP references the help to save scheme, a government initiative that has been in operation for seven years and aims to assist individuals with savings. The question is about raising awareness of this scheme.
Emma Reynolds (Economic Secretary to the Treasury)
I could not agree with one of my predecessors more. The right hon. Gentleman is absolutely correct. It is a great scheme and now that we are expanding it, we will take that opportunity to promote it better.
Session: Saving 2025-03-04
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On Monday, I met the director of Salisbury playhouse. She warmly welcomed the £85 million creative foundations fund, which she thought would be highly applicable to Salisbury playhouse, one of the few producing theatres in the south-west. She also told me about the 5,600 local children who were given subsidised tickets up to Christmas, and about her commitment to go out and raise funds from local investors in the arts. Will the Minister ensure that the value of the £85 million is maximised by combining it with visionary leaders like Rosa Corbishley at Salisbury playhouse, who will go out and get more money for the arts in our community?
Context
The director of Salisbury playhouse welcomed the £85 million creative foundations fund and highlighted that over 5,600 local children were given subsidised tickets up to Christmas.
The Minister for Creative Industries, Arts and Tourism (Chris Bryant)
We warmly commend the work it is doing. As I have said, it is brilliant if we can get lots of kids coming into theatres. I want every single child, as part of their education, to be able to see live theatre and live music, because that is a part of what stirs their creative opportunities in life. Yes, we are looking at whether there are other ways of bringing in not only commercial money but philanthropic money to try to match-fund the funding that can come from government.
Session: Small Theatres and Performing Arts Venues 2025-02-27
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I thank the hon. Lady for her reply. I want to make her aware of a cross-party group that has been set up in Parliament, supported by the hon. Member for St Albans (Daisy Cooper), the hon. Member for Chester North and Neston (Samantha Dixon), and others who represent cathedral cities. We want to help the Second Church Estates Commissioner by providing greater evidence of the economic contribution of cathedrals. The first world war centenary cathedral repairs fund helped many cathedrals, including Salisbury. I hope that she will consider making representations for the creation of something similar to support our cathedrals in future.
Context
Research by the Association of English Cathedrals has shown that cathedrals’ 9.5 million visitors contributed around £235 million in additional expenditure to cathedrals and local businesses.
Marsha De Cordova (Second Church Estates Commissioner)
Nobody can deny that working cross-party is one of the best ways to get things done, so I am happy to support the right hon. Member and others in their endeavours. I am also happy to meet the group.
Session: Cathedrals Local Economic Contribution 2025-02-27
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I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his update to the House. I note the press release that went out yesterday, and no doubt there will be another one on 5 March, the day before the next Cabinet Office questions. However, I want to be constructive in my approach; I, too, will be visiting the Infected Blood Compensation Authority in Newcastle, next Thursday. The legal representatives of the complex web of stakeholders in the infected blood and affected communities remain concerned about the status of the arm’s length body, the appeals process and the role of victims in the oversight board. I am absolutely clear that the Infected Blood Compensation Authority has the necessary authority and will work through those issues. I urge the Minister to work with and reassure the victims’ representatives, so that the lawyers can be more constructive in supporting these people along this difficult pathway.
Context
The Infected Blood Compensation Authority has made progress but legal representatives are concerned about various aspects of the scheme including authority, appeals process and victim involvement in oversight board.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
Yes, the right hon. Gentleman is absolutely right. I look forward to the former Paymaster General’s reflections after his visit next week. I was delighted yesterday to meet the user consultants— three victims; two infected, one affected—who are certainly making their voice heard at the Infected Blood Compensation Authority. That voice of victims is hugely important, as is the constructive approach the right hon. Gentleman has indicated.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme Payments 2025-01-23
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After meeting the leader of Wiltshire council who expressed dissatisfaction with the distribution method used in the local government settlement, will the Minister meet me to better understand this issue and assist in relaying it back to my council?
Context
The leader of Wiltshire Council asserts that the Government's distribution formula for local government compensation unfairly disadvantages Wiltshire.
Jim McMahon
We acknowledge local government pressures after 14 years of poor management. The Treasury has committed £515 million to support councils with national insurance costs. I am more than happy to meet the right hon. Gentleman about his specific situation, aiming to understand and address any concerns.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-01-20
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Last year I visited the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust's Allerton project in Loddington. May I commend the contribution that it can make to defining sustainable intensification of agricultural food production? Perhaps it would be a suitable place for a DEFRA ministerial away day early in the new year, to help with the use strategy.
Context
The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust's Allerton project in Loddington is an example of sustainable food production.
Daniel Zeichner
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his suggestion. I am a great admirer of the Allerton project and have been meaning to visit it for a long time.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-12-19
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In the City of London, ensuring maximum people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds get into the industry is crucial. Recently met Vincent Keaveny, who made significant progress understanding data collection does not have to be expensive. Will the Secretary of State contact her ministerial colleagues and the Financial Conduct Authority about this opportunity?
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Vincent Keaveny, a recent Lord Mayor of the City of London, highlighted data collection processes that do not need to be expensive.
Bridget Phillipson
I am more than happy to do that. I congratulate the right hon. Gentleman on his work, as it is a cause we can all get behind.
Session: Future Earnings Impact of Socioeconomic Disadvantage 2024-12-18
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If Wiltshire embraces the chance to become part of a combined authority like Dorset and Somerset, will there be local elections all-out in Wiltshire next spring?
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Wiltshire has an opportunity to join other areas with an elected mayoral authority.
Jim McMahon
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his question on devolution. We are absolutely ready to talk to any areas that are keen to take on devolution, particularly a mayoral combined authority. Any decisions on whether elections do or do not take place will be part of future consideration.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-12-02
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Will the Minister assure the House that her work on flood protection is fully integrated with Government's house building plans to ensure adequate flood mitigation for new homes?
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Residents south of Salisbury are concerned about the integration of flood risk assessments with new house building plans.
Emma Hardy
A review of the flood funding formula will be conducted, considering nature-based solutions and sustainable urban drainage systems to ensure adequate flood protection for new homes.
Session: Flood Resilience 2024-11-14
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Can he give details about when others in the infected cohort can expect their payouts?
Context
The Minister announced interim payments of £100,000 for the estates of deceased victims.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
Interim payments for a test case cohort are being considered to ramp up as quickly as possible. The first payments are expected before year-end, and payments to affected individuals will begin next year.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme 2024-10-24
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National security experts have been warning about the Chinese Communist party's use of genomics companies to harvest DNA data globally and dominate the genomics industry supply chain. Given the increasing importance of genomics for public healthcare, and the potential dual-use application of the technology, will the Minister confirm whether her Department is conducting a risk assessment on the data privacy, national security and ethical risks posed by genomic companies linked to systemic competitors?
Context
The MP is concerned about the potential risks posed by genomic companies linked to systemic competitors, especially in relation to data privacy, national security and ethical concerns.
Abena Oppong-Asare
The right hon. Member is right to raise that question. We will ban China's economic engagement, and make sure we strengthen our national security.
Session: Strengthening National Resilience 2024-10-24
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Supporting the Government's aspirations for high ministerial standards, why have Ministers not published terms of reference or salary details for the new envoy role despite previous chief of staff experience? Is she correct in understanding she is at the top of the list for new peers?
Context
The question addresses transparency concerns regarding the Prime Minister's former chief of staff appointed as envoy, raising issues about compliance with Cabinet Office guidance and potential peerage.
Ellie Reeves
Details on the former chief of staff's terms, salary, and special adviser severance will be announced in due course. It is not appropriate to comment on individual conditions.
Session: Ministerial Standards 2024-10-24
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I urge the Secretary of State and ministerial team to consider the listed place of worship grant scheme when dealing with Treasury spending review issues. It should not be trimmed back. Will they take this into account?
Context
The listed place of worship grant scheme is valuable but may expire in March next year.
Chris Bryant
The right hon. Gentleman knows well that spending review issues are a matter for the Treasury.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-17
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I welcome the hon. Lady to her new role and associate myself with her tribute to her predecessor. In recent times, the late noble Lord Cormack in the other place convened a meeting of MPs from cathedral cities and their deans. There are plans to resurrect that meeting. Will the hon. Lady meet me to discuss how we can support her with plans to lobby the Treasury for capital grants for our great English cathedrals, including Salisbury, to maintain their presence in our country?
Context
There are plans to revive a meeting of MPs from cathedral cities and their deans, convened by the late noble Lord Cormack.
Marsha de Cordova
Yes, I am very happy to meet the right hon. Gentleman.
Session: Restoration Funding 2024-10-17
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The A36 is a critical route between Southampton and Bath/Bristol. Given the decision on the A303 tunnel just north of Salisbury, will the appropriate Minister meet me to discuss connectivity and remove the pinch-point on the Southampton Road south of Salisbury on the A36?
Lilian Greenwood
I would be very happy to meet the right hon. Member to discuss that.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-10
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I welcome the Secretary of State's commitment to improve the provision of SEND services in schools, but does she recognise that many ordinary, hard-working families make extraordinary efforts to find provision ahead of a formal assessment in independent schools as well? Will she commit to making an assessment of what levels of provision currently exist within the independent sector to satisfy special educational needs, because it will be material to the solution she will need to develop?
Context
Many families seek provision ahead of formal assessments in independent schools to meet special educational needs.
Bridget Phillipson
As the Under-Secretary of State for Education, my hon. Friend the Member for Portsmouth South (Stephen Morgan), has set out, we will make sure that, where children have an education, health and care plan, the VAT on fees policy change will not affect those children. I recognise the point the right hon. Member makes and I believe that parents have a right to choose where their children go to school, but the vast majority of parents in our country who send their children to state school are also ambitious and aspirational for their children.
Session: SEND Provision 2024-09-09
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For clarity, will he describe how he expects to evaluate benefits of any changes in the relationship?
Context
The House is curious about the Government's approach to changes with the EU.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
The Government's approach was set out in the Labour manifesto that was endorsed overwhelmingly at the general election. We will not rejoin the European Union, we will not return to freedom of movement, and we will not rejoin the customs union or the single market.
Session: European Political Community 2024-07-25
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Given his responsibilities, will he confirm how he will work with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office?
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The Minister holds significant responsibilities including resetting EU relations, reforming the House of Lords, and delivering public inquiries.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
The written ministerial statement issued in the Prime Minister's name yesterday clearly sets out the division between the roles. I look forward to leading from the Cabinet Office on the cross-Department and cross-Whitehall UK-EU reset.
Session: European Political Community 2024-07-25
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Will he reassure the House that the regulations I committed to by Act of Parliament on 24 May will be laid by the three-month legal deadline of 24 August? Will he report to the House at the earliest opportunity on when he will respond to the inquiry's report?
Context
The MP seeks assurance that the Government will meet a three-month legal deadline for laying regulations in Parliament related to infected blood compensation, and asks when they will respond to Sir Robert Francis' inquiry report.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
I give the shadow Minister that commitment about meeting the statutory deadline of 24 August. I hope to update this House sooner than that on the ongoing work.
Session: People Affected by Contaminated Blood Products Compensation 2024-07-25
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Will the Paymaster General set out what progress has been made, given the urgency of this work? Is he on track to meet the expectations of Sir Brian Langstaff and Sir Robert Francis?
Context
The MP acknowledges the Paymaster General's work and inquires about the progress of the Infected Blood Compensation Authority, stressing the need to meet deadlines set by Sir Brian Langstaff and Sir Robert Francis.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
The aim is still that final compensation payments will begin to be made by the end of this year. The Infected Blood Compensation Authority is established in law, and the team is working hard to put operational systems in place.
Session: People Affected by Contaminated Blood Products Compensation 2024-07-25
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Pension Investment in UK Equities
25 November 2025
Responding: Torsten Bell
Main Concerns
['UK pension funds are hugely important for millions of future pensioners and scale-up businesses seeking additional investment. However, only 4% of the second largest pool of pension capital in the world is allocated to UK assets, leading to under-investment in the UK economy compared to G7 peers by around £100 billion.']
Specific Asks
['The lead MP asks for robust accountability on delivering changes and seeks assurance that legislation will ensure equality for constituents across regions like Northern Ireland.']
Ministry of Defence: Palantir Contracts
10 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Women’s State Pension Age Communication PHSO Report 2026-01-29
29 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Business Rates 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government is taking steps to protect high street businesses from upward-only rent review clauses, introducing a strong new community right to buy to safeguard valued community assets. They are al...
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
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 ...
Ukraine and Wider Operational Update 2026-01-07
07 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief 2026-01-05
05 January 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm the changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief, explain why a U-turn was necessary after significant opposition from farmers and rural communities, ...
Violence against Women and Girls Strategy 2025-12-18
18 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government is declaring violence against women and girls as a national emergency. The strategy aims to halve these crimes within a decade through prevention, bearing down on perpetrators, and supp...
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...
Business of the House 2025-12-11
11 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Mr Graham highlighted the difficulties faced by businesses due to recent tax rises, particularly in hospitality and retail sectors. He mentioned specific examples from his constituency such as Walling...
Attendance
90.9%
20 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
12
54.5% of votes
No Votes
8
36.4% of votes
Abstentions
2
9.1% of votes
03 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
1
PMQs Asked
38
Ministerial Questions Asked
78
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
-48% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
+379% above average
This MP:
38
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-35% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+3198% above average
This MP:
78
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 (%)
+20% above average
This MP:
90.9
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
About This Page
This page tracks John Glen's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.