Kemi Badenoch
MP for North West Essex
Con
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
The Prime Minister has not apologised for appointing Matthew Doyle, because he will not take responsibility—he never does, and Labour Members know it. The Prime Minister is now telling everyone that he has never lost a fight, but that is because he will not step into the ring. He has never lost a fight because he has walked away from welfare reform, he will not stand up to the unions, he will not stand up to China—he cannot even stand up to Mauritius. He has had three Cabinet Secretaries, four chiefs of staff and five directors of communications in just 18 months, and now he is mired in yet another scandal.
Context
The Prime Minister appointed Matthew Doyle who was later found to be linked with a paedophile supporter. This has led to criticism over the PM's judgment.
Keir Starmer
I delivered a landslide victory for our party. Only four people have ever led the Labour party to victory at a general election, and I am one of them. The Leader of the Opposition talks about numbers. Let us remember what the Conservatives had: five Prime Ministers, seven Chancellors, eight Home Secretaries, eight Foreign Secretaries, and 16 Housing Secretaries—all were completely useless; all failed Britain.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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Nobody buys it, Mr Speaker—not even the Labour women, because they know that the Prime Minister always puts the Downing Street boys club first. How dare he criticise us? The Conservatives were not the ones stuffing Government with hypocrites and paedophile apologists. He cannot build a team and he has no plan. He cannot even run his own office, let alone the country. He is now dealing with a new scandal of appointing someone who campaigned for a man convicted of having indecent pictures of girls as young as 10. Is the Prime Minister not ashamed that that will be his legacy?
Context
The question addresses the PM's appointment of Matthew Doyle as a peer despite his questionable past.
Keir Starmer
My legacy is changing my party and winning a general election. Let me tell the Leader of the Opposition this: I kicked my former leader out of my party, while her former leader, Liz Truss, broke the economy and has descended into bonkers conspiracy theories. I kicked her out of Parliament, but the Leader of the Opposition is too weak to kick her out of their party.
Assessment
Did not address PM's legacy regarding his appointments and standards in public life.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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The Prime Minister pretends not to know about Matthew Doyle, but it was on the front page of The Sunday Times. He cannot explain why he gave this man a peerage—I think Labour Members should be wondering why they are still cheering for him after that. The Prime Minister sometimes likes to claim that he cares about violence against women, as he just did, but the truth is that he cares about the victims only when he is trying to save his own skin. Labour Members can shake their heads at that, but we saw it with grooming gangs, we saw it with Mandelson and now we see it with Doyle. Is that not what a former prosecutor would call an established pattern of behaviour?
Context
The question focuses on the appointment of Matthew Doyle as a peer despite his past actions being questionable.
Keir Starmer
I will take no lectures from the Tories on standards in public life. The Leader of the Opposition defended partygate for months and months, and even now she says that it was overblown. The shadow Foreign Secretary broke the ministerial code by bullying, but Boris Johnson kept her and the Leader of the Opposition promoted her, and now she sits on her Front Bench. Her former shadow Justice Secretary complained about not seeing enough white faces in Birmingham, and the Leader of the Opposition was too weak to sack him for racism.
Assessment
Did not address whether PM is demonstrating an established pattern of behavior by caring about victims only when it suits him.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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The Prime Minister is demonstrating stratospheric levels of delusion if he thinks the problem is on the Opposition Benches. He did not say anything about why the Cabinet Secretary is going, but we know the truth: it is because he is throwing everyone under the bus except himself. The Mandelson episode was not an isolated incident. A few weeks ago, the Prime Minister announced a peerage for one Matthew Doyle, his former director of communications. Immediately after that, The Sunday Times published on its front page that Doyle had campaigned for a man charged with child sex offences. Despite the Prime Minister knowing that, he gave Doyle a job for life in the House of Lords anyway. Why?
Context
The question addresses the appointment of Matthew Doyle as a peer, despite his past actions being questionable.
Keir Starmer
Matthew Doyle did not give a full account of his actions. On Monday I promised my party and my country that there will be change, and yesterday I removed the Whip from Matthew Doyle. I will tell you what other actions we have taken, Mr Speaker: along with the Safeguarding Minister, I and this Government have introduced the most far-reaching violence against women and girls strategy. This Government have also introduced a pay rise for millions of working-class women. What did the Leader of the Opposition do? She opposed it. This Government are introducing greater protections for women at work. What did the Leader of the Opposition do? She opposed it. I will tell you what else she opposes, Mr Speaker: this Government removing the disgusting rape clause that her Government put in place.
Assessment
Did not address why PM appointed Matthew Doyle as peer despite knowing about his past actions.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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The Whips have done a great job today—[Interruption.] Labour Members say, “Yes, exactly.” The Whips have done a great job today getting them cheering. We all know that they have been sick for the last week. Let us remember that just last week the Prime Minister told us he had “full confidence” in his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney. On Sunday he sacked Morgan McSweeney—[Interruption.] Oh, “He resigned.” Last week the Prime Minister was defending the Cabinet Secretary. Now he is sacking him. What changed?
Context
The question pertains to the sudden change in the Prime Minister's stance towards his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, who was recently dismissed.
Keir Starmer
In January the Leader of the Opposition said that she had full confidence—“100% confident”, she said—that there would be no more defections from her party. Forty-eight hours later, her shadow Foreign Minister defected. Eight days after that, the former Home Secretary defected. The only question now is: who is next? She needs to wake up—her party is dying.
Assessment
Did not address why PM's stance changed towards his chief of staff and cabinet secretary.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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May I associate myself, and those on the Opposition Benches, with the Prime Minister's words on the horrific stabbing in north London yesterday, as well as the shooting in Canada? When he was Leader of the Opposition, the Prime Minister said, “I never turn on my staff. When they make mistakes, I carry the can.” What changed?
Context
The question relates to the sudden change in the Prime Minister's stance towards his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, who was recently dismissed.
Keir Starmer
I have accepted responsibility and apologised for the mistakes that I made. But let me say this: Morgan McSweeney helped me change our party and helped me win a landslide election victory, which delivered for the Conservatives the smallest Tory party in over 100 years. And what is the right hon. Lady's great achievement? To make it even smaller.
Assessment
Did not address why Prime Minister's approach towards his staff changed from when he was Leader of Opposition to now as PM.
Session: PMQs 2026-02-11
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Mrs Kemi Badenoch asked whether the Prime Minister was aware that Peter Mandelson had continued his friendship even after Epstein’s conviction for child prostitution when he appointed him as Britain’s ambassador to Washington. She further pressed if the official security vetting mentioned Mandelson’s ongoing relationship with Epstein.
Context
The revelation of Peter Mandelson’s close relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has raised questions about the Prime Minister's judgment in appointing him.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
As the House would expect, we went through a process. There was a due diligence exercise, and then there was security vetting by the security services. What was not known was the sheer depth and the extent of the relationship. Mandelson lied about that to everyone for years. New information was published in September, showing that the relationship was materially different from what we had been led to believe.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not directly answer whether he knew about Mandelson's continued friendship with Epstein before making the appointment and only provided a general explanation of the vetting process.
Went Through A Process
Session: PMQs 2026-02-04
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Is the Chief of Defence’s warning accurate that our military faces a £28 billion shortfall?
Context
The head of the armed forces warned about a £28 billion shortfall in military funding. The questioner is questioning the sufficiency and direction of defence expenditures.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We are spending more on defence than at any time since the last Labour Government. The strategic defence review has backed the biggest sustained increase in defence spending since the Cold War, amounting to £270 billion this Parliament.
Assessment
Details about shortfall
Highlighting Increased Spending
No Mention Of Shortfall Specifics
Session: PMQs 2026-01-21
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Does he agree that just as those in Greenland should decide their own future, so should the people of Chagos? Why not scrap the deal and redirect the £35 billion to Britain’s armed forces?
Context
The Prime Minister was previously criticized by President Trump for the Chagos Islands agreement. The Leader of the Opposition is questioning the Prime Minister's position on this issue.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
President Trump's words about Greenland were part of a broader discussion that included Chagos. The deal was intended to put pressure on me regarding my principles, but I have not yielded. The Leader of the Opposition has shown inconsistency in her stance on this issue.
Session: PMQs 2026-01-21
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When the Prime Minister spoke to President Trump on Monday, did the President agree or disagree with his position?
Context
The previous day, President Trump made comments about Greenland and the Chagos Islands. The Prime Minister had previously stated that Greenland’s fate should be decided by its people alone.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Engaging constructively on international security matters is crucial, particularly in relation to Arctic security. The discussion about Greenland was framed within this context. I have made it clear that the future of Greenland should be decided by its people and the Kingdom of Denmark alone. President Trump's remarks were intended to put pressure on me regarding my principles and values.
Session: PMQs 2026-01-21
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Let us turn to another area that the Prime Minister has got wrong. His Budget doubled business rates for thousands of pubs. Will the Prime Minister tell us whether there is going to be any change to his business rates policy?
Context
The Prime Minister's Budget doubled business rates for thousands of pubs.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We are working with the sector to ensure that it gets the support it needs. I have to say that the Leader of the Opposition’s new-found concern for pubs will come as a surprise to anyone who remembers the 7,000 pubs that were closed under the Tories.
Assessment
No specific change in business rates policy was promised.
Changed Subject
Session: PMQs 2026-01-14
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Let us look at some of the other things the Prime Minister did not get right the first time, starting with the family farm tax. Some farmers were so terrified that they sold their farms last year, only for the Prime Minister to U-turn two days before Christmas. Will he apologise for the misery he has caused countless farmers?
Context
The Prime Minister changed the family farm tax policy.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The principle we put in place on inheritance tax is the right one. We listened, and we made an announcement. What we are doing is turning the country around.
Assessment
No direct apology was given to affected farmers.
Changed Subject
Session: PMQs 2026-01-14
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I agree with the Prime Minister’s comments on Iran. Today, Erfan Soltani faces execution for protesting in Iran. I am sure the whole House will be united in condemning that; our thoughts are with him and his family and the brave protesters fighting for their freedom against an evil regime.
I welcome the Prime Minister’s latest U-turn—I feel like I say that every week. Mandatory digital ID was a rubbish policy, and the Opposition are glad to see the back of it. Yesterday, the Health Secretary said that the Prime Minister’s new year’s resolution should be to try to get it right first—
“try to get it right first time”. My question to the Prime Minister is: does he agree?
I welcome the Prime Minister’s latest U-turn—I feel like I say that every week. Mandatory digital ID was a rubbish policy, and the Opposition are glad to see the back of it. Yesterday, the Health Secretary said that the Prime Minister’s new year’s resolution should be to try to get it right first—
“try to get it right first time”. My question to the Prime Minister is: does he agree?
Context
The Prime Minister made a policy reversal on mandatory digital ID.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I am determined to make it harder for people to work illegally in this country, and that is why there will be checks, which will be digital and mandatory. I will tell the Leader of the Opposition what this Government are doing: whether it is on planning, child poverty, employment rights or investing in our NHS, we are taking the right choices for Britain, but the Opposition oppose every single one.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not directly address the question about getting things right the first time and instead discussed other government policies.
Changed Subject
Session: PMQs 2026-01-14
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May I welcome the Prime Minister’s efforts to advance peace in Ukraine, and his joint statement on Greenland? It is therefore frankly astonishing that the Prime Minister is not making a full statement to Parliament today. No Prime Minister—Labour or Conservative—has failed to make a statement to the House in person after committing to the deployment of British troops. His comments about making a statement in due course are frankly not good enough. Can he tell us what influence he is bringing to bear on the United States Administration to ensure that Greenland’s sovereignty is respected?
Context
Significant international events have occurred recently, including the US operation in Venezuela and threats towards Greenland. The UK government has agreed to deploy troops to Ukraine should a ceasefire be reached.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Let me be very clear about what was agreed yesterday. Military plans were drawn up some months ago, and I have updated the House in relation to that. Yesterday’s was a political declaration that sits under those military plans. If there were to be deployment, there would have to be a legal instrument. Deployment would only be after a ceasefire, to support Ukraine’s capabilities, to conduct deterrent operations, and to construct and protect military hubs. There will be a statement to the House at the earliest opportunity.
Session: PMQs 2026-01-07
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In summary, this just looks like a Government who are a slow-motion car crash. The Prime Minister’s Cabinet Ministers are briefing against each other, his MPs are planning for life after him, and the most chaotic run-up to a Budget in recent memory is happening on his watch. Even the Chief Whip is telling MPs that he wants out. The truth is simple: his MPs do not trust him, the markets do not trust him, and the public certainly do not trust him. When will he finally accept that the chaos starts and ends with him?
Context
The MP summarized the chaos surrounding PM's leadership, including Cabinet briefings and MPs planning for life after him.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The most chaotic Budget was the Liz Truss Budget. It did huge damage to our country, and we are still suffering from that damage. What did the right hon. Lady say about Liz Truss? She obviously does still think it. When asked, “Was Liz Truss right?”, she said, “100% right”. It was the most chaotic, damaging Budget there has ever been, and she sticks by it.
Session: PMQs 2025-11-26
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The Prime Minister expects us to believe him, but no one does. We all know that he did not have a serious leak inquiry. What he did was ask Morgan McSweeney to investigate Morgan McSweeney, and then Morgan McSweeney discovered that Morgan McSweeney was innocent. All this calls into question the Prime Minister’s judgment. When did the Prime Minister decide that lawbreakers can be lawmakers? The MP cited reports of the Deputy Prime Minister potentially returning to Cabinet.
Context
The MP criticized the PM's lack of a serious leak inquiry and questioned his judgment.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
While the right hon. Lady has been scrolling through Twitter, we have delivered rail fares—frozen; prescription charges—frozen; and the minimum wage—boosted. We are focusing on the cost of living, the single most important thing for this country, while she is focusing on tittle-tattle.
Session: PMQs 2025-11-26
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The Prime Minister does not want to talk about leaks, but we can see that the chaos in No. 10 is having real-world consequences. Instead of focusing on the economy, they have been fighting like rats. Several journalists reported that No. 10 sources had briefed against the Health Secretary and other senior Cabinet Ministers; the Prime Minister then told us that these briefings did not come from No. 10. Will he repeat, on the Floor of the House, the claim that none of his advisers has briefed against members of the Cabinet?
Context
The MP criticized the chaos in No.10, citing reports of Cabinet Ministers briefing against each other.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I have been really clear about this. No one in No. 10 has briefed against Cabinet Ministers, and the Health Secretary is doing a fantastic job. At the last election he stood before the electorate and said that we would deliver 2 million extra NHS appointments in the first year of a Labour Government. There he is. What did he do? He delivered not 2 million, 3 million or 4 million but 5 million extra appointments.
Session: PMQs 2025-11-26
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We are talking about the leaks. The Prime Minister does not seem to appreciate the impact of these Budget leaks on the UK economy. Even the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister has said this morning that the leaks were unacceptable, so will the Prime Minister launch an investigation into the Budget leaks and punish those responsible?
Context
The MP emphasized the negative impact of budget leaks on the UK economy and cited statements made by the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister regarding the unacceptability of leaks.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
It is about 25 minutes before the Budget will be set out in full. In it we will take further decisions, and the Chancellor will set them out, but thanks to the decisions that she has already taken, we have 5 million extra NHS appointments, waiting lists are coming down, mortgages are cheaper, and we have expanded free school meals.
Session: PMQs 2025-11-26
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May I first pay tribute to the many farmers who have come to Westminster today to protest about the shameful attack on them in last year’s Budget? I want them to know that the Conservatives stand with them. We have had resignations, hostile briefings and leaks galore. Even the former chief economist of the Bank of England has said that Labour’s “fiscal fandango” is the single biggest reason growth has flatlined. Does the Prime Minister agree with Andy Haldane, and does he have an explanation for this complete shambles?
Context
The MP expressed concern over the chaos surrounding the Budget, including resignations and hostile briefings. She cited the former chief economist of the Bank of England who described Labour’s fiscal policies as a 'shambles'.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We all know that the biggest shambles in living history was the Liz Truss Budget, and what did the Leader of the Opposition say at the time? Did she say, “I do not agree—this must be wrong”? No; she said, “I think Liz Truss is 100% right.” Not much room for flexibility there! Not one thing was wrong with it, in her view, so we will not be taking lectures from her. Matters for the OBR are for the OBR, and the Chancellor will set out the Budget in just a few minutes’ time.
Session: PMQs 2025-11-26
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Can the Prime Minister tell us why his Government are the first Government in history to float an increase in income tax rates, only to then U-turn on it—all after the actual Budget?
Context
The Chancellor's announcement of income tax rate changes has led to speculation about a potential budget u-turn. The Leader of the Opposition is seeking clarity on whether the Government will freeze income tax thresholds as previously promised.
The Prime Minister (Rishi Sunak)
I can inform the Leader of the Opposition that the Budget is actually next week. She only has one week to go, but I can tell her that it will be a Labour Budget with Labour values. That means that we will concentrate on cutting NHS waiting lists, cutting debt, and cutting the cost of living.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not provide a direct confirmation about freezing income tax thresholds.
We Will Deliver A Labour Budget With Labour Values
Session: PMQs 2025-11-19
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Is the Prime Minister aware of attacks on his Cabinet members and does he have full confidence in Morgan McSweeney, his chief of staff?
Context
The Health Secretary made comments on the BBC this morning about a 'toxic culture' in Downing Street that needs to change.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The Prime Minister denies authorising attacks on Cabinet members. He claims the team is delivering for the country, highlighting growth figures and private investment. He expresses full confidence in his team.
Assessment
Full confidence in Morgan McSweeney or addressing toxic culture
Denies Authorising Attacks
Highlighting Achievements
Session: PMQs 2025-11-12
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Well, well, well; what a fascinating answer. It is not the same answer that I received when I asked exactly the same question, word for word, on 9 July. Then, the Prime Minister replied with just one word—yes—and then he sat down with a smug grin on his face. What has changed in the past four months?
Context
The Leader of the Opposition criticised the Prime Minister for not providing a clear answer to her previous question about economic promises. She also highlighted specific measures proposed by Conservatives, such as abolishing stamp duty.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
As the Leader of the Opposition well knows, no Prime Minister or Chancellor will ever set out their plans in advance. But I can say this: the figures from the productivity review that is being undertaken—which is a judgment on the Tories’ record in office—are now coming through, and they confirm that the Tories did even more damage to the economy than we had previously thought. We will turn that around. We have already delivered the fastest growth in the G7 in the first half of this year, five interest rate cuts in a row, and trade deals with the US, EU and India. The Tories broke the economy; we are fixing it.
Assessment
Did not provide clear answer about previous confirmation on economic promises
Shifts Focus To Criticism Of Conservative'S Economic Record
Session: PMQs 2025-10-29
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Last year, in its manifesto, Labour promised not to increase income tax, not to increase national insurance, and not to increase VAT. Does the Prime Minister still stand by his promises?
Context
The Leader of the Opposition asked about Labour's economic promises made in their manifesto, specifically regarding income tax, national insurance, and VAT. She noted that previously, the Prime Minister had replied with a single-word answer.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I am glad that the Leader of the Opposition is now finally talking about the economy. I can update the House: retail sales are higher than expected; inflation is lower than expected; growth has been upgraded this year; and the UK stock market is at an all-time high. The Budget is on 26 November, and we will lay out our plans then, but I can tell the House now that we will build a stronger economy, cut NHS waiting lists and deliver a better future for our country.
Assessment
Did not directly confirm or deny commitment to manifesto promises about taxes
Talks About Economic Improvements Without Addressing Tax Commitments
Session: PMQs 2025-10-29
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Fiona’s question is simple: “what’s the point in speaking up if we’re just going to be called liars?” The Prime Minister says that they could return to the panel if they wish to. Why would they do that? The Government have been engaged in a briefing war against survivors.
Context
Four victims on the rape gangs survivors panel have resigned due to losing confidence in the Government’s inquiry.
The Prime Minister
I thank the right hon. Lady for raising that on behalf of Fiona. Let me give Fiona and the House my answer. The grooming scandal was one of the worst scandals of our time. Women and girls were abused and exploited by predatory gangs of men, and survivors have been ignored for many years.
Assessment
Did not directly address why victims would want to return to a panel when they feel disrespected.
Did Not Answer The Specific Question
Session: PMQs 2025-10-22
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In 2021, the previous Government’s integrated review described China as ‘the biggest state-based threat to the UK’s economic security’. In November 2022, MI5’s director general also classified China as a threat. However, in September 2024, the Leader of the Opposition said: 'I have shied away from calling China a threat'. How is it possible that the Government failed to provide evidence that the CPS needed to prosecute?
Context
The Leader of the Opposition is addressing the collapse of a case against two people spying on Members of Parliament, which has raised concerns about national security. The previous Government classified China as a threat to the UK's economic security.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The substantive evidence was provided in 2023 by the previous Government. That is when the witness statement was submitted. I am going to disclose it; Members will all be able to read it. The substantive evidence was written, disclosed and submitted in 2023, under the previous Government. I note that the Leader of the Opposition did not indicate whether Ministers were involved in that at the time.
Assessment
Did not provide specific details on why the CPS needed evidence was insufficient for prosecution
Redirecting To Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-10-15
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I am not sure we would have heard all that sympathy if it had been a Conservative Deputy Prime Minister who was being attacked. I remember when the Prime Minister said that tax evasion was a criminal offence and
“should be treated as all other fraud”.
If he had a backbone, he would sack her.
But let us get back to the issue of borrowing. The Prime Minister did not answer the question about why it is so high. The Conservatives left him the fastest-growing economy in the G7. Under him, the cost of our borrowing is now higher than it is in Greece. Why does the Prime Minister think that is?
“should be treated as all other fraud”.
If he had a backbone, he would sack her.
But let us get back to the issue of borrowing. The Prime Minister did not answer the question about why it is so high. The Conservatives left him the fastest-growing economy in the G7. Under him, the cost of our borrowing is now higher than it is in Greece. Why does the Prime Minister think that is?
Context
The Deputy Prime Minister admitted to underpaying taxes, leading to calls for her resignation. Government borrowing costs have risen significantly.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
If it had been the Conservatives, there would not have been the accountability, which is now in place, because they spent years and years avoiding it. The right hon. Lady’s claims about the economy on their watch are about as credible as her place at Stanford University. [Interruption.] She leaves out of her account, because she wants to talk down the country, that we have the highest growth in the G7. I look forward to her getting up and welcoming that. We have had five interest rate cuts in a row, and, of course, £120 billion of investment in the first year of a Labour Government. That is a record.
Session: PMQs 2025-09-03
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I know the whole House will want to send our condolences to the family of our former colleague, David Warburton.
I also welcome the fact that the Deputy Prime Minister has referred herself to the ethics adviser. She has admitted that she underpaid tax, so why is she still in office? There is not just a crisis at the very top of the Prime Minister’s Cabinet; there is a crisis brewing for the whole country. When was the last time that the cost of Government borrowing was so high?
I also welcome the fact that the Deputy Prime Minister has referred herself to the ethics adviser. She has admitted that she underpaid tax, so why is she still in office? There is not just a crisis at the very top of the Prime Minister’s Cabinet; there is a crisis brewing for the whole country. When was the last time that the cost of Government borrowing was so high?
Context
The Deputy Prime Minister admitted to underpaying taxes, leading to calls for her resignation. Government borrowing costs have risen significantly.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I join the Leader of the Opposition in her comments about Mr Warburton. I think the whole House would unite on such an issue.
In relation to the Deputy Prime Minister, she has explained her personal circumstances in detail. She has gone over and above in setting out the details, including yesterday afternoon asking a court to lift a confidentiality order in relation to her own son. I know from speaking at length to the Deputy Prime Minister just how difficult that decision was for her and her family, but she did it to ensure that all information is in the public domain. She has now referred herself to the independent adviser. That is the right thing to do.
On the question of borrowing costs, they have risen across the world, as the Leader of the Opposition well knows. We are driving them down by getting debt down. That is hardwired into our fiscal rules; those fiscal rules are non-negotiable.
In relation to the Deputy Prime Minister, she has explained her personal circumstances in detail. She has gone over and above in setting out the details, including yesterday afternoon asking a court to lift a confidentiality order in relation to her own son. I know from speaking at length to the Deputy Prime Minister just how difficult that decision was for her and her family, but she did it to ensure that all information is in the public domain. She has now referred herself to the independent adviser. That is the right thing to do.
On the question of borrowing costs, they have risen across the world, as the Leader of the Opposition well knows. We are driving them down by getting debt down. That is hardwired into our fiscal rules; those fiscal rules are non-negotiable.
Session: PMQs 2025-09-03
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But it is the end of term, so why don’t we go through the Prime Minister’s end-of-term scorecard? The economy is contracting, inflation is the highest in the G7, unemployment is up every month under this Government, spending is out of control, borrowing costs are more expensive than in Greece—and this is just the first year. The Labour party should be ashamed of what it is doing to the country.
Context
The government's economic policies are criticized for high borrowing costs, inflation, and low growth.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The Conservatives left the most incredible mess in the economy, and now they think that they can lecture others. Just last week their chairman said that they had done the necessary apologising for the 14 years of failure.
Assessment
The PM did not address criticism about economic performance but instead criticized previous Tory governments.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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The Prime Minister says that he is not going to write the Budget, but his Chancellor is on the front of the Daily Mirror talking about what she is going to do on taxes, so why can he not do the same in the Chamber? I asked him about pension contributions. The truth is that he does not want to talk about pension contributions.
Context
The Chancellor's statements suggest potential new taxes, causing market concerns about borrowing costs.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We made absolutely clear manifesto commitments, which the right hon. Lady asked me about last week, and we are keeping to them.
Assessment
The PM did not address why pension contributions were not discussed but instead referred back to previous promises.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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I do not know where these 3,000 jobs are coming from. Unemployment has gone up every month under his Government. Perhaps the Prime Minister should speak to farmers and small business people and find out what those working people think about his Government. But that is not all, because we know that the Chancellor is launching a review into pension contributions. It is as clear as day why this is. It is because the Government are considering taxing them. Does the Prime Minister agree with me that a tax on pension contributions is a tax on working people?
Context
The government's economic record is criticized for high unemployment, low growth, and high inflation.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We made absolutely clear manifesto commitments, which the right hon. Lady asked me about last week, and we are keeping to them.
Assessment
The PM did not clarify if reviewing pension contributions would lead to taxes but instead referred back to previous promises.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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I asked him what a modest income was. He answered with what a working person is. He does not know what a modest income is, and they cannot even define who working people are. The Chief Secretary to the Treasury said that working people are people who get a payslip, but millions of self-employed people do not get a payslip, so are the self-employed next in line for a Labour tax raise?
Context
The Chancellor is launching a review into pension contributions, suggesting potential new taxes.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The self-employed were the very people who suffered repeatedly under the Conservatives’ watch, particularly during covid, as I remember, when they did not get the support that they needed.
Assessment
The PM did not directly address whether self-employed individuals would be taxed but instead criticized previous Tory policies.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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The Prime Minister is talking about what he has achieved, but we have just heard that inflation is up again—the worst in the G7. We left him with 2% inflation. We have borrowing up, unemployment up and taxes up under his Government. The fact is that the Prime Minister does not get it, so let me tell him. His Budget last year had high taxes. That is why the economy is contracting. The Government have said that they will not put up taxes for people on modest incomes, but they also seem incapable of explaining who is in that category, so can the Prime Minister clear up the confusion and tell us what he thinks a modest income is?
Context
The Prime Minister's economic policies have led to inflation, borrowing, unemployment rising, and taxes up.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I think of the working people across this country who put in every day and do not get back what they deserve. That is who we are working for, and that is why we put the national living wage up, with an extra £1,400.
Assessment
The PM did not define a modest income but instead spoke about raising the minimum wage.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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Yesterday, the head of the Office for Budget Responsibility warned the Government that higher and higher levels of taxes are bad for growth. Does the Prime Minister agree?
Context
Yesterday, the Office for Budget Responsibility warned of negative economic impacts due to higher taxes. The Prime Minister previously promised high growth.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Mr Speaker, I will tell you what is bad for growth: 14 years of a Tory Government. That meant stagnant growth for 14 years, leaving a £22 billion black hole. In the first quarter of this year we have achieved: the highest growth in the G7; investment of £120 billion in this country, which is a record in the first year of any Government; and three trade deals, all of which will boost growth.
Assessment
The PM did not directly answer whether he agrees with OBR's warning but instead criticized previous Tory governments.
Deflection
Session: PMQs 2025-07-16
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Before the election, the Prime Minister promised not a penny more on your council tax. The Institute for Fiscal Studies says that council tax bills will now rise at their fastest rate in 20 years. Will the Prime Minister admit that under him council tax is set to soar?
Context
The Conservative Party questions the Prime Minister's adherence to manifesto promises regarding council tax.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
No, of course it is not. It soared under the last Government.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-09
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What does the issue of tax thresholds mean? It means that under Labour, millions of our poorest pensioners face being dragged into income tax for the first time ever. Does the Prime Minister think it is right that struggling pensioners should face a retirement tax?
Context
The Conservative Party criticizes the increase in unemployment under Labour and questions the Prime Minister's adherence to manifesto promises.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
For a Prime Minister or a Chancellor to say we are not going to write a Budget in advance is not a Labour thing or a Tory thing—every single Prime Minister and Chancellor says that they will not do that. We will stick to our manifesto commitments; we will stick to our fiscal rules.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not directly address whether it is fair to impose taxes on pensioners who have never paid them before but reiterated their commitment to fiscal and manifesto rules.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-09
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Does the Prime Minister stand by his promises made at the Budget, particularly on lifting the freeze on income tax and national insurance thresholds?
Context
The Conservative Party questions the Prime Minister's adherence to fiscal rules and manifesto commitments regarding tax thresholds.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
No Prime Minister or Chancellor is going to write a Budget in advance. We are absolutely fixed on our fiscal rules; we remain committed to them. We remain committed to our manifesto commitments—I realise that sticking to fiscal rules and manifesto commitments is a bit unfamiliar to the Conservatives.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not directly state whether they would lift the freeze on income tax and national insurance thresholds but reiterated their commitment to fiscal rules and manifesto promises.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-09
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In its manifesto last year, Labour promised not to increase income tax, national insurance and VAT. Does the Prime Minister still stand by his promises?
Context
The Conservative Party's Leader of the Opposition questions the Prime Minister's commitment to tax thresholds promised in their manifesto.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Yes.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-09
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If the Bill does not cut welfare spending, can the Prime Minister tell the House how many people it will get into work?
Context
The MP questioned how many people the welfare Bill would get into work, and accused the government of increasing sickness benefits to £100 billion.
Paula Barker
We have already started changing the jobcentres and investing in support back into work. The Trailblazer scheme is doing exactly what she asked me: getting people back into work. Last night’s Bill will help people back into work, and of course the Timms review is ongoing.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-02
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Can he tell the House how much his welfare Bill is going to save?
Context
The MP questioned the Prime Minister about how much his welfare Bill would save, and criticised the government for a U-turn during the debate that removed clause 5.
Paula Barker
Let me start by saying that free school meals matter on this side of the House. In relation to welfare, what we delivered last night was a Bill that ends mandatory reassessment of those with severe disabilities. That is the right thing to do. It rebalances universal credit—that is long overdue—and it sets out a pathway to reform of the personal independence payment.
Session: PMQs 2025-07-02
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Let us talk about how things are getting worse now. In every month of this year, household names like Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Asda and Santander have cut staff numbers. The Office for National Statistics estimates that there are 100,000 fewer jobs than there were a year ago—and that was before the Prime Minister’s jobs tax, which will make things worse. Can he promise the House that by this time next year, unemployment will be lower than it is today?
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I think the right hon. Lady just said “tiny tariff deal”. Can I suggest that she gets the train to Solihull, which takes two hours, and tells the workforce at Jaguar Land Rover, and their families and communities, that she would rip up the deal that protects their jobs? When she has done that, she might travel across to Scunthorpe and tell the steelworkers there that she is going to rip up the deal that saves their jobs; then, if she has time, she could go up to Scotland and tell the people at the whisky distilleries that she would rip up the deal that is creating 1,200 jobs for them, boosting their exports; and then she can come back here next week and tell us what reaction she got.
Assessment
The PM did not address the specific question about unemployment levels but instead defended trade deals that he claims support job creation.
Session: PMQs 2025-05-14
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Yesterday we learned that unemployment is up 10% since the election. Why does the Prime Minister think unemployment is rising on his watch?
Context
MP highlighted that unemployment has increased by 10% since the election and questioned why the Prime Minister thinks this is happening.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
May I pay tribute to Roy Stone as well, and the service that was given to us in various capacities? I thank the Leader of the Opposition for her words about the attacks on me and my family, and many others for their kind messages in the past few days. The Leader of the Opposition messaged me pretty well straightaway, which I really do appreciate. She is absolutely right that it was an attack on all of us, on democracy and on the values that we stand for. Nobody wants to see job losses, but the right hon. Lady must be the only person left in the country who thinks that the economy was booming after the last Government. We have created new jobs, record investment and trade deals.
Assessment
The PM did not provide a detailed explanation for why unemployment is rising under his government but rather highlighted positive economic measures and dismissed criticism of previous governments.
Session: PMQs 2025-05-14
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The Prime Minister says we should listen to victims. The victims want a national inquiry. We have not had a national inquiry. We had the child sex abuse inquiry, which the Conservatives launched. There is still more to be done; it did not cover the scandal in detail. In Manchester, just last year, authorities were still covering up abuse, and the local inquiry chair there has quit. Bradford council, which covers an area with some of the worst abuses, refuses any inquiry, local or national. Whether we are talking about the streets of Birmingham or the town hall of Bradford, it is chaos and cover ups with Labour councils.
Context
The MP highlights instances of ongoing issues in various localities, suggesting that the government is failing to address these effectively.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Labour Members have been listening to victims for decades and working with them in relation to what they want, which is local inquiries, and we have set those local inquiries up. My record, where I thought something had gone wrong, is of going after it and putting it right.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not commit to new actions beyond existing measures.
Deflecting
Blaming Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-04-30
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The right hon. and learned Gentleman is not the Director of Public Prosecutions any more—he is the Prime Minister. People want to know what he is going to do now, not have him talk about what he did years ago. We are asking for a full national inquiry. Andy Burnham wants a national inquiry, and he is not Conservative; he is Labour. Harriet Harman wants one. The hon. Member for Rotherham (Sarah Champion) wants one. All the victims I have met want a full national inquiry. The Prime Minister keeps talking about local inquiries, yet they have not got going, and they have not got going because local authorities do not want to investigate themselves.
Context
The MP emphasizes that victims want a full national inquiry rather than local inquiries, citing support from various individuals and regions.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We have had a national inquiry, and we have had recommendations. [Interruption.] Look, hundreds of recommendations have been made in relation to this issue. It is a serious issue. I strongly believe that we should implement the recommendations that have already been made, and that is what we are doing.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not commit to initiating a new national inquiry.
Sticking To Existing Policies
Session: PMQs 2025-04-30
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The Prime Minister cannot name a single place because nothing is happening. He stood at the Dispatch Box and promised five local inquiries. On the last day of term, he had his Minister come out to water down the promise that they would provide funding. That is not good enough. At least 50 towns are affected by rape gangs—places like Peterborough, Derby, Birmingham, Nottingham, Leicester, Rotherham, Rochdale and Preston. Is he dragging his heels on this because he does not want Labour cover-ups exposed?
Context
Continuing the discussion on local inquiries, Mrs. Badenoch questions why the Prime Minister cannot name specific locations for additional inquiries.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We are providing for local inquiries, and we are investing more in delivering truth than the last Government ever did.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not address why specific locations were not named or why there was a delay.
Blaming Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-04-30
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In the last year of the Conservative Government, we had a gangs taskforce that found 500 perpetrators, protecting thousands of victims. We launched the inquiry that the Prime Minister is talking about, but more still needs to be done. It is now four months since I asked him for a full national inquiry. Instead, he promised five local inquiries. There will be one in Oldham. Will he now name where the other four will be?
Context
Following up on the Prime Minister’s earlier statement, Mrs. Badenoch asks about the status of local inquiries promised by the government and expresses concern that these are not sufficient.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We are providing for local inquiries—[Interruption.] Conservative Members have got so much to say now; why did they not implement a single recommendation in the 14 years they had in office? There are recommendations already in place about the change that needs to be made. They sat on a shelf under the last Government; we are acting on them. We are providing for local inquiries, and we are investing more in delivering truth than the last Government ever did.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not name specific locations for additional local inquiries.
Blaming Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-04-30
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On Monday, the Prime Minister’s safeguarding Minister—the Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department—admitted on the Floor of the House that there was a cover-up of the child rape gang scandal. Does the Prime Minister think we should expose this cover-up?
Context
The MP refers to the Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department's admission of a cover-up regarding child rape gang scandals. She asks for clarification and accountability.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
This is obviously a serious issue. I oversaw the first grooming gang prosecution, which was in Rochdale, more than a decade ago. There is a contrast here, because when the Leader of the Opposition was Minister for children and Minister for Women and Equalities, she never raised this issue in the House in three years. The shadow Home Secretary held 352 external meetings during 20 months. How many were on this issue? Not one. Of course, the Conservatives failed to implement a single recommendation from the independent inquiry into child sexual abuse. My position is absolutely clear: where there is evidence, the police should investigate and there should be appropriate prosecutions. That is route No. 1. Route No. 2 is that we should implement existing recommendations, which did expose what went wrong.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not directly address whether a cover-up occurred or commit to exposing it.
Redirecting
Blaming Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-04-30
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The Prime Minister did not answer the question about compensating schools for the jobs tax, which is costing schools a lot of money. The CEO of the United Learning group says that the grant they were given is 20% short. Some schools will face shortfalls of up to 35%. Can he guarantee that no teacher will lose their job as a result of his jobs tax?
Context
The national insurance hike means that every state school in the country has to pay more for teachers, and some schools are facing shortfalls of up to 35%. The Education Secretary promised compensation but it hasn't happened.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
It was Labour that introduced academies and pushed up standards. This is not ideological. I am a parent of two teenage children, both of whom go to a state school, so I am invested in this, and it matters hugely to me.
Assessment
Did not provide a guarantee that no teachers will lose their jobs due to the national insurance hike.
Deflected By Talking About Ideological Approach
Session: PMQs 2025-03-26
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In 30 minutes, we will hear the Chancellor’s emergency Budget—even the Home Secretary’s husband calls it an emergency Budget—as she scrambles to fix the mess she made last October. But first, let us turn to another Government Minister who is making a mess of her brief: the Education Secretary—Why did Labour MPs vote against banning phones in schools last week?
Context
The Education Secretary started a review of the ban on mobile phones in schools despite Labour MPs voting against it last week, and evidence suggesting that such bans improve school results.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Because it is completely unnecessary. I have teenage children. Almost every school bans phones in school; they do it already. We need to concentrate on what is really important here, which is getting to the content that children should not be accessing.
Assessment
Did not directly address why Labour MPs voted against the ban despite evidence suggesting benefits of banning mobile phones in schools.
Emphasized Focus On Controlling Content Rather Than Implementing Bans
Session: PMQs 2025-03-26
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Later today, the Prime Minister is meeting the family of Sir David Amess. Sir David gave this House and our country 40 years of service. I hope the Prime Minister will agree that getting the response to his murder right is vital not just to his family but to our democracy. Every week, I speak to businesses that are letting go of staff or closing. Has the Prime Minister been given an estimate of how many people will lose their jobs because of his Budget?
Context
The Chancellor announced a series of tax measures that have led to concerns about job security and economic growth.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
On the question of Sir David, he was a deeply loved and respected colleague—behind me is his plaque, and there is the plaque in front of me for Jo Cox. I know that this was deeply felt by the House, but particularly, as I acknowledged at the time, by the Conservative party, which lost a colleague and a friend in the most awful of circumstances. I am meeting the Amess family later on today, and I will make sure that they get answers to the questions that they ask. In relation to businesses, I am really pleased to say that we have thousands of new jobs in the economy. We have got more investment in than in the last 20 years—an absolute record. Wages are up higher than prices, and there have been three interest rate cuts—the best boost for the cost of living for a very long time.
Assessment
The PM did not address job loss estimates but instead highlighted positive economic indicators.
Highlighting Positive Economic Indicators
Session: PMQs 2025-03-12
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I am glad that talks on a UK-US trade deal have begun following the Prime Minister's trip to Washington. However, people across our country are worried about national security, military readiness, the possibility of deploying troops in Ukraine, and economic stability. Can the Prime Minister now change course to provide the economic security needed for our national security?
Context
There are concerns about trade wars, tariffs, and economic stability in the UK. The Prime Minister visited Washington to discuss a potential UK-US trade deal.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We have turned around a £22 billion black hole in the economy. We are seeing higher investment, wages above inflation, and interest rates cut three times. This is different from instability under Labour.
Assessment
Did not directly address changing economic course or addressing concerns about tariffs and trade wars
Session: PMQs 2025-03-05
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Local authorities employ 2 million people and commission services such as adult social care. The impact assessment for the Secretary of State's Employment Rights Bill says that the Bill will increase costs. Those costs are likely to be passed on to councils, so has the Secretary of State assessed the impact of the Employment Rights Bill and an increase in employers' national insurance specifically on local authorities? If costs do increase, will local councils be compensated?
Context
The impact assessment for the Employment Rights Bill suggests that it will increase costs, which local authorities are likely to pass on. The question seeks clarity on whether these impacts have been assessed and if councils will be compensated.
Jim McMahon
Any decisions related to the Budget will be taken at the appropriate time, as will any decisions on the local government finance settlement. What I can say, though, is that this is a new partnership from this Government: we are not locking local government out, but standing shoulder to shoulder with it. Only last week at the Local Government Association conference in Harrogate, the Secretary of State launched the leaders' council, a forum where central and local government will reset that relationship.
Session: Local Authority Funding 2024-10-28
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At the last oral questions, the Secretary of State assured me that she had no plans to increase council tax for anyone. However, when pressed by my right hon. Friend the Member for Beverley and Holderness (Graham Stuart), she would not give the same guarantee that the single occupant discount would be retained. Will Ministers take the opportunity to do so now?
Context
The question arises from a previous assurance given by the Secretary of State that there would be no plans to increase council tax for anyone. However, when questioned specifically about retaining the single occupant discount, the response was less clear.
Jim McMahon
I can see the shadow Secretary of State making that point repeatedly, because at this stage we are all waiting for the statement and the Budget that will contain that information, but I can say that the right decisions will be made in the interests of working people. We recognise the cost of living crisis that is being faced across the country.
Session: Local Authority Funding 2024-10-28
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Does reducing the capacity of councils by 20% through flexible working provide good value for taxpayers or residents?
Context
The Conservative member questions whether reducing the capacity of councils by allowing workers an additional paid day off each week is acceptable or provides good value for money.
Angela Rayner
We advocate for flexible working, which is no threat to business or the economy. We do not dictate how councils run their services but work with them to ensure productivity.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-28
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Do the Government have plans to tackle rogue landlords on their own Benches?
Context
The Conservative member highlights revelations about a Labour Member who is letting out mouldy homes with infestation and owns an unsafe private care home where children have gone missing.
Alex Norris
As I understand it, the Member for Ilford South says there have been no conflicts of interest and that all interests have been declared in line with his council's rules.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-28
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The right hon. Lady has not read the Khan review, as she would not have given that answer if she had. The review talks about the 2021 incident at Batley grammar school where a teacher was failed by local police and the local council and had to go into hiding. Given the fears about the rise of Islamist sectarianism in communities such as West Yorkshire, what are the right hon. Lady's plans to ensure such incidents do not happen again?
Context
A 2021 incident at Batley grammar school involved a teacher in hiding due to local police and council failures. There are concerns about rising Islamist sectarianism.
Angela Rayner
I have read the review. The previous government stoked division rather than promoting cohesion. As shadow Education Secretary, I worked towards unity across education. If successful in her bid, the right hon. Lady should work with us to celebrate diversity and bring communities together.
Session: Community Cohesion 2024-09-02
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Can the right hon. Lady give me her assessment of the Khan review into social cohesion?
Context
The Khan review into social cohesion has been published, addressing community issues and the previous government's approach to divisiveness.
Angela Rayner
The Khan review is part of addressing community issues rather than the divisiveness seen under the previous government. The tone and language from Members on the right need to change to bring communities together, respecting differences and celebrating what makes Britain diverse.
Session: Community Cohesion 2024-09-02
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It has been reported that the Secretary of State is being lobbied to increase council tax and remove discounts such as the single occupancy discount. Will she take this opportunity to reassure the House that the Government have no plans to increase council tax, as they assured us before the election?
Context
The MP inquired about the government's plans regarding council tax increases and discounts.
Angela Rayner
Yes.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-09-02
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
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...
Venezuela 2026-01-05
05 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Budget Resolutions 2025-11-26
26 November 2025
General Debate
Led by this MP
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has announced a new tax raid of £26 billion, increasing borrowing in every year. Mrs Badenoch argues that this Budget increases benefits for families but hikes taxes on...
G20 and Ukraine 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister discussed the ongoing situation in Ukraine, emphasising the need for a ceasefire and just and lasting peace. He highlighted the coalition of willing nations' efforts to maintain Ukr...
Asylum Policy 2025-11-17
17 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Speaker’s Statement 2025-10-14
14 October 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Middle East 2025-10-14
14 October 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister condemned antisemitic attacks and expressed relief at the end of the Gaza conflict, highlighting the release of hostages and cessation of bombardment. He announced £20 million in ad...
Security Update Official Secrets Act Case 2025-10-13
13 October 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Regional Transport Inequality 2025-09-11
11 September 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The importance of transport for connectivity and economic growth is highlighted, with emphasis on the historic inequalities between regions in terms of transport investment. Catherine Atkinson notes t...
G7 and NATO Summits 2025-06-26
26 June 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Delivered a statement on the outcomes of recent G7 and NATO summits, emphasising the need for international cooperation to address security threats including Iran's nuclear programme and supporting Uk...
Attendance
40.9%
9 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
3
13.6% of votes
No Votes
6
27.3% of votes
Abstentions
13
59.1% 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
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
100
PMQs Asked
7
Ministerial Questions Asked
17
House of Commons Debates Involved
0
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
+5062% above average
This MP:
100
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
-12% below average
This MP:
7
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+619% above average
This MP:
17
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 (%)
-46% below average
This MP:
40.9
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 Kemi Badenoch's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.