Sarah Owen
MP for Luton North
Lab
12 Dec 2019 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
While the economy is showing signs of improving, many pensioners are still impacted by the cost of living crisis. People in Luton who have worked hard all their lives are seeing their precious savings slip away. Will the Prime Minister tell us what measures he will take to help struggling pensioners in towns like mine?
Context
Many pensioners in Luton are still impacted by the cost of living crisis despite economic improvements.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
We all know that the economy was left in an absolute mess by the Tories. We had to stabilise the economy with tough decisions, but they were the right decisions. Because of them, the economy is beginning to improve: there were those growth figures last year—we had the highest growth in the G7; there were four interest rate cuts in a row; and there have been three trade deals. However, I recognise that people are still feeling the pressure of the cost of living crisis, including pensioners, and as the economy improves, we want to make sure that people feel those improvements each day as their lives go forward. That is why we want to ensure that more pensioners are eligible for winter fuel payments as we go forward. As you would expect, Mr Speaker, we will make only the decisions that we can afford, and that is why we will look at that as part of a fiscal event.
Assessment
While acknowledging the issue, the Prime Minister did not provide specific measures beyond considering winter fuel payments in the future.
Emphasizing Economic Improvements
Promising To Look At Eligibility Criteria
Session: PMQs 2025-05-21
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In the past few days, Luton has suffered two stabbings. In addition, one woman has been murdered and another seriously injured, and a manhunt for the suspect is currently under way. This January alone, there have been at least 12 recorded violent offences in Luton. After decades of being funded as a rural police force, Bedfordshire Police has had to make do with special grants to tackle serious and violent crime. Does the Prime Minister agree that proper police funding is essential to keeping people in Luton North safe, and will he ensure that Bedfordshire Police receives the grants that we need to fight crime on our streets?
Context
In the past few days, Luton has suffered two stabbings. In addition, one woman has been murdered and another seriously injured, with a manhunt for the suspect currently under way. This January alone, there have been at least 12 recorded violent offences in Luton. Bedfordshire Police has had to make do with special grants to tackle serious and violent crime.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I thank my hon. Friend for raising this case. She and I have met far too many families who have been devastated by this senseless violence. We are taking urgent action to ban zombie-style knives, and we are regulating the online sale of knives. It is unacceptable that these murder weapons can be bought with two clicks. Technology is there to stop it and we are going to take action. As for resources, we are putting an additional 13,000 police into neighbourhood roles and allocating £85 million to Bedfordshire Police to keep my hon. Friend’s constituents safe.
Session: PMQs 2025-01-22
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Does the Prime Minister agree that in light of the sudden departure of the CEO, Stellantis should review its decision to threaten more than 1,000 jobs in Luton? Will he ensure dedicated support for workers and families at this uncertain time?
Context
Stellantis has threatened job cuts at the Vauxhall plant in Luton, where workers have consistently met and exceeded targets. The CEO of Stellantis recently resigned.
Keir Starmer
I thank my hon. Friend for raising this issue, which is of grave concern to her constituents. The Government are totally committed to supporting the workers and their families at this uncertain time.
Session: PMQs 2024-12-11
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I thank the Minister for her measures. In Edinburgh West, this is a major issue affecting graduates who cannot secure jobs due to lengthy wait times and repeated test attempts. Will the Department consider how it can support people facing economic impacts from long waiting lists?
Context
The MP noted significant problems in Edinburgh West with young people, including graduates, unable to access driving tests leading to delayed job opportunities and repeated test attempts.
Lilian Greenwood
We appreciate the impact of delayed access to practical driving tests on young people. We are taking further measures and seeing signs of improvement, with 1,158,458 car practical driving tests conducted between June and December 2025, an increase over the same period in 2024.
Session: Driving Test Waiting Times 2026-02-12
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Nearly half of disabled people in the UK say that they feel it is harder to get or keep a job. It is even worse for those with learning disabilities—just 6% find their way into the workplace. The problem is not just employer discrimination; it is the UK’s infrastructure. Three in four train stations are not step-free. Stations such as mine in Leagrave are completely out of bounds for people who are physically disabled. What is the Minister doing to ensure that cross-departmental working meets the need of disabled people to access public spaces and the workforce?
Context
More than half of disabled people in the UK find it difficult to get or keep a job, and only 6% of those with learning disabilities are employed. Infrastructure challenges, such as inaccessible train stations, exacerbate employment barriers.
The Minister for Social Security and Disability (Sir Stephen Timms)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right: the disability employment gap is too big. Every Department has a lead Minister on disability and I chair regular meetings. The Minister for Roads and Buses champions disabled people at the Department for Transport, and the rail accessibility road map sets out planned improvements for disabled people ahead of the establishment of Great British Railways.
Session: Access to Work People with Disabilities 2026-01-28
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Court backlogs cause painful waits for survivors of rape and sexual assault. The system fell apart under the previous Government, meaning that only around 3% of rape reports result in a charge. What is the Minister doing to reduce the waiting times for cases of rape and sexual assault?
Context
Court delays mean that only around 3% of rape reports result in a charge. Survivors face painful waits for their cases to be resolved.
Alex Davies-Jones
Rape charges have doubled since 2019. We have asked Sir Brian Leveson to propose bold reforms to deliver swifter justice for all victims, and we are funding a record allocation of sitting days in the Crown court. This Government are spending £350 million on supporting victims of crime this year.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-11-11
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When the British Sign Language GCSE will be available in schools. Beyond qualifications, what work is being done to ensure that deaf children and their whole families can access BSL teaching without cost, especially in the early years, when their deaf babies’ brains are developing language skills?
Context
The British Sign Language (BSL) GCSE is a new qualification aimed at increasing accessibility and recognition of BSL. The Minister for School Standards has been asked about its availability in schools.
The Minister for School Standards (Georgia Gould)
This is a really important qualification that is a step forward in opening up British Sign Language. However, the GCSE is a new qualification, and a lot of work is going into ensuring that the new assessment works for a wide range of students. Ofqual has consulted on its proposed assessment arrangements and expects to publish its final qualification rules this autumn. Funding is available through the adult skills fund for qualifications focusing on British Sign Language up to and including level 2.
Session: British Sign Language GCSE 2025-10-20
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Does the Minister agree with me that mothers and babies deserve better? What cross-departmental work is taking place to ensure that NHS trusts across the country improve maternity care?
Context
Luton and Dunstable hospital’s maternity unit has been downgraded to ‘inadequate’ by the Care Quality Commission.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
My hon. Friend is campaigning strongly for her constituents on this issue. We are establishing the maternity and neonatal national taskforce, which will develop a national plan to drive improvements across maternity and neonatal care. It will be chaired by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and made up of a panel of experts, and family, charity and staff representatives.
Session: Maternity Care 2025-09-03
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In famine conditions, new mothers often eat last and eat the least. This time next year, around 55,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Gaza could be at risk of death by starvation that is man-made. Following Belgium’s announcement today of new sanctions and a review of contracts with Israeli companies, can the Minister say what consequences Israel will face if it continues to starve the population of Gaza?
Context
In famine conditions, new mothers often eat last and eat the least. This time next year, around 55,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Gaza could be at risk of death by starvation that is man-made.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr Hamish Falconer)
My hon. Friend has a long track record of raising such issues, and she is absolutely right to highlight the fate of pregnant women and those who have recently given birth in Gaza. I am pleased to tell the House that we are still able to get some supplies relevant to those challenges into Gaza, but clearly in a famine of this nature, pregnant women and recently born children suffer the worst.
Session: Gaza Humanitarian Aid 2025-09-02
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My constituents are campaigning for a dedicated cancer support centre in Luton. Does the Minister agree this would benefit them, and will she meet me to discuss?
Ashley Dalton
The national cancer plan will cover facilities across England; I am more than happy to meet the hon. Friend to discuss Luton's needs.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-07-22
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Given that reproductive health issues cost the UK economy £11 billion a year and wait times need improvement, does the Minister agree that investing in women’s health is essential? How is she raising the importance of the women’s health strategy with her colleagues?
Context
Women are waiting up to 10 years for a diagnosis of endometriosis or adenomyosis, costing the UK economy £11 billion annually.
The Minister for Equalities (Seema Malhotra)
We agree that investing in women’s health is essential. We are turning commitments into tangible actions, such as through the new cervical cancer plan aiming to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 and our elective reform plan supporting nearly 600,000 women on gynaecology waiting lists.
Session: Endometriosis 2025-06-18
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Does the Minister agree that improving women’s health will break down a huge barrier to work?
Context
Women missing work due to endometriosis, ovarian cysts and other complications cost the economy £11 billion a year. Fixing this would save more than double the amount that is to be spent on proposed welfare cuts for disabled people.
The Minister for Women and Equalities (Bridget Phillipson)
I agree with my hon. Friend the Chair of the Select Committee, and I pay tribute to her for all her campaigning work in the important area of women’s health. The Government recognise the terrible impact that these conditions can have on women’s ability to work and live their lives as they should. We are committed to implementing a women’s health strategy as part of the 10-year plan.
Session: Government Mission on Opportunity Equality 2025-05-07
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The number of people needing a social home in Luton has gone up from 8,500 last year to 11,500 this year, so I welcome the Government’s plan for 1.5 million new homes. While we are crying out for houses in Luton, just over the border with Central Bedfordshire developments are taking place right on our border, but without people in Luton getting a look in. What can the Minister do to ensure that local authorities co-operate with each other to deliver the homes that we need?
Context
In Luton, the number of people needing social housing has increased from 8,500 to 11,500. Development is happening just across the border in Central Bedfordshire without involving Luton residents.
The Minister for Housing and Planning (Matthew Pennycook)
We are taking measures to address precisely the problem that my hon. Friend outlines. Proposals in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill will make spatial development strategies mandatory at sub-regional level, so neighbouring local authorities have to co-operate effectively on housing delivery and infrastructure provision across boundaries in just the way she sets out, which will address the challenges she outlines.
Session: Local Development Public Consultation 2025-04-07
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Like many, I have seen adverts for artificial intelligence apps targeted at teenagers boasting about their ability to create AI videos of non-consensual intimate acts between real people without their knowledge. These tools disproportionately hurt women and young people. What steps is the Secretary of State taking to protect women, girls, and young boys from this deeply malicious use of artificial intelligence, and will he take action against AI companies that promote these features?
Context
Sarah Owen referenced harmful AI applications targeting teenagers, which create non-consensual deepfakes. She cited these tools' disproportionate impact on women and young people.
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology (Peter Kyle)
I am extremely grateful to my hon. Friend for her question because she raises an incredibly important point. It is one that was tackled in our manifesto—our promise of change for the country—and it is one that we are now delivering in government. We will bring forward amendments to the Data (Use and Access) Bill, and we are working closely with Baroness Owen in the House of Lords to make sure that they are effective. The creation of non-consensual deepfakes will become illegal, and they will be tackled into the future.
Session: Technology-enabled VAWG 2025-03-26
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The Minister and many colleagues in this place will be aware of the groundbreaking new Netflix programme “Adolescence”. It is chilling, but is rightfully forcing a national conversation about the dangerous content seen by young men and boys, with fatal consequences. Given the important role that schools play in preventing violence against women and girls, will the Minister provide an update on what is being done with the Department for Education to counter misogyny and extreme violence, in order to enable a safe future for young boys and girls?
Context
The Netflix programme “Adolescence” highlights the dangerous content seen by young men and boys, which can lead to fatal consequences.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department (Jess Phillips)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right that including men and boys in the conversation about how we prevent future violence against women and girls will be absolutely fundamental. A huge portion of the new violence against women and girls strategy is focused on prevention, and what we can do in our schools, our workplaces and elsewhere to reach men and boys, in order to change the future.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls 2025-03-19
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Luton Airport invested £110 million in local businesses last year, showing the value of supporting SMEs. What can we do to ensure that small businesses in Luton get a fair chance when it comes to public sector procurement?
Context
The question is prompted by the significant local impact of Luton Airport investing £110 million in local businesses and the MP’s efforts to promote small businesses.
Georgia Gould (Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office)
We are setting stretching and transparent targets for each Department to maximise spend with SMEs. This includes asking Departments to advertise Government contracts locally so that businesses like those in Luton have a fair chance to participate.
Session: Public Procurement Support for SMEs 2025-03-06
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Antisocial fireworks keep our constituents awake, cause alarm for pets, and seriously affect people with post-traumatic stress disorder or special educational needs. I know the Minister heard extensively from colleagues, campaigners and charities on this during the Westminster Hall debate on my Bill. Will he meet me to discuss the implementation of the common-sense measures presented in my Fireworks Bill, including lowering the noise limit on fireworks sold to the public, closing the licensing loophole and reviewing social media and online sales?
Context
Sarah Owen raised concerns about antisocial fireworks causing distress to pets and vulnerable individuals, referencing a Westminster Hall debate on her Fireworks Bill.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Justin Madders)
It is always a pleasure to meet my hon. Friend and I am happy to do so. Indeed, we will see whether we can get her to come along to some of the other meetings that we are holding with interested groups, some of which she has mentioned.
Session: Fireworks 2025-01-30
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I declare an interest, because my husband works at Luton sixth-form college, although this question does not affect him. I am proud to have Luton sixth-form college and Barnfield college in my constituency—places where young people develop not only their education but their ambitions. Excellent sixth forms stay that way only by attracting and retaining the best staff. However, with the funding shortfall left by the last Tory Government, I am concerned that it is our younger generations who will feel the loss. Will the Minister outline how sixth-form colleges can use their funds to deliver the deserved 5.5% pay rise for teaching staff?
Context
The MP expressed concern over the funding shortfall left by the previous Conservative government affecting teaching staff and students in sixth-form colleges.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education (Janet Daby)
I recognise the vital role that sixth-form colleges play, including Luton sixth-form college, and I agree that high-quality staff are what helps to make them great, as well as our amazing students. That is why we announced an additional £300 million for further education in the Budget, and it is why we are releasing £50 million of that funding in this academic year, so that colleges can respond to priorities, including workforce recruitment and retention, and use those funds as they see fit.
Session: Sixth-form Colleges Pay Award 2025-01-27
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Can the Secretary of State outline what steps she is taking to shorten waiting times and increase social housing stock for people in Luton North?
Context
More than 600 households across Luton are living in temporary accommodation, with families scattered across hotels and bed and breakfasts waiting for homes to become available.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government (Rushanara Ali)
The Secretary of State is leading the charge in building 1.5 million homes to tackle the supply challenge that we face as a country, because of the housing crisis we inherited. We also announced £500 million for the affordable homes programme in the Budget and funding for homelessness services has gone up by £233 million, bringing the total to a billion pounds.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-01-20
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I thank the Minister for his response. Leagrave station in Luton was one of a number granted Access for All funding by the previous Government for long-overdue lifts. However, Network Rail now says that this money was never allocated and that it only qualifies for a business case, despite a feasibility study already being agreed and completed. Those who can make the nearly 2 million journeys from Leagrave station, including myself, are left with a crumbling footbridge that is not accessible for many. Will the Minister offer assurances that Access for All funding to Leagrave station will be honoured, and will he meet me and the Bedfordshire Rail Access Network to establish the quickest path to having lifts at Leagrave station?
Context
Leagrave station in Luton was granted Access for All funding by the previous Government but Network Rail says this money was never allocated and that Leagrave only qualifies for a business case, despite feasibility studies being completed. This affects nearly 2 million journeys from Leagrave.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Simon Lightwood)
My hon. Friend is a formidable advocate for this, having raised it numerous times. The Rail Minister is carefully considering the decisions made by the previous Government in relation to the Access for All programme. My hon. Friend will be aware that Leagrave was one of 50 stations across Britain selected by the previous Government for further consideration of whether they could be made step-free between the entrance and all platforms. We will shortly update the House on our approach to Access for All, but let me assure her that we are committed to improving the accessibility of the rail network, recognising the social and economic benefits that that brings.
Session: Public Transport Accessibility 2025-01-09
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Does the Minister agree that more empathy needs to be built into the system?
Context
Women of Bangladeshi origin in Leicester South face significant challenges finding work due to language and bureaucratic issues, affecting their mental health.
Seema Malhotra
The hon. Gentleman has raised an important point, and I will ensure that he has a meeting with the relevant Minister to discuss it.
Session: Discrimination Against Ethnic Minorities 2024-12-18
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I am sure that many of us will welcome commitments from the Government to remove barriers to work for disabled people, but disability charities have outlined concerns about the Government's plans for work capability assessment reform and changes to personal independence payments and the Access to Work scheme. Will the Minister please commit to working with disability charities to ensure that any changes to those schemes, including any proposed by the previous Government, are made alongside consultation with the people those policies will affect?
Context
Disability charities are concerned about the Government's plans for work capability assessment reform and changes to personal independence payments and the Access to Work scheme.
Stephen Timms
I can give my hon. Friend that assurance. As I have said, we are committed to putting the views and voices of disabled people at the heart of everything we do and, in looking at these issues, to consulting properly and amply with disabled people and with their organisations.
Session: Disabled People Discrimination 2024-11-13
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What steps she is taking to help end discrimination against disabled people?
Context
The MP seeks to address ongoing discrimination faced by disabled individuals and the need for specific steps to improve their rights and opportunities.
Stephen Timms
Our manifesto committed us to championing the rights of, and working with, disabled people, putting their views and voices at the heart of all we do. We want a more inclusive society, removing the unnecessary barriers that have too often held disabled people back.
Session: Disabled People Discrimination 2024-11-13
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Ahead of any Budget, there is always talk about tough decisions. Could the Minister remind us why we are in this difficult position in the first place, and will he please update us on progress on clawing back covid fraud, where we saw taxpayers' money being handed over to former Ministers' mates?
Context
The question discusses tough budget decisions coming up and seeks information on progress in recovering money from fraudulent claims during the pandemic.
Pat McFadden
My hon. Friend is absolutely right. We knew we would inherit a difficult position, but it was much more difficult than we thought when we came into office. Anybody who objects to difficult decisions announced in the Budget next week should know where the responsibility for those lie: squarely on the shoulders of the Conservative party. It falls to us to clean up the mess we have inherited from the Conservatives. That you will hear more about when the Chancellor gets to her feet next week.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-10-24
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How will the Minister work with the Department of Health and Social Care to ensure people get the compensation they deserve?
Context
Sharon Moore is a campaigner for victims of the infected blood scandal. Previous governments neglected to engage with patients and organisations regarding the Langstaff inquiry recommendations.
Nick Thomas-Symonds
Interim payments for deceased victims are now open. The Infected Blood Compensation Authority expects to make first payments before year-end and aim to complete regulations by March next year, starting payments to affected individuals next year.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme 2024-10-24
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Today marks the start of Baby Loss Awareness Week. Does the Minister agree that all workers could and should benefit from the right to bereavement leave following baby loss?
Context
The MP raises Baby Loss Awareness Week, advocating for paid bereavement leave following baby loss.
Anneliese Dodds
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for raising that question and congratulate her on becoming the Chair of the Women and Equalities Committee. I know she has campaigned for many months on this issue, and I am pleased to see progress among some major employers.
Session: Women in the Workplace 2024-10-09
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address Motion
12 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Backbench Business
12 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate focuses on the importance of LGBT+ History Month, acknowledging the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights and the ongoing struggles faced by the community. Nadia Whittome emphasises her gratitude ...
Leagrave Station: Step-free Access
09 February 2026
Adjournment Debate
Led by this MP
Sarah Owen, MP for Luton North, expressed her disappointment and frustration over the cancellation of Access for All funding for Leagrave station. She highlighted that the previous announcement about ...
Backbench Business - Brain Tumour Survival RatesBackbench Business
09 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The House is urged to note the poor survival rates of brain tumours in the UK, which ranks 22nd out of 29 comparable countries. McDonagh highlights the lack of progress due to a system that prioritise...
Lord Mandelson 2026-02-04
04 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
I beg to move, that an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions to require the Government to lay before this House all papers relating to Lord ...
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...
Local Government Reorganisation 2025-12-18
18 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
War in Ukraine 2025-12-04
04 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Russia-Ukraine war is an existential clash between competing visions of global security. It is not a regional territorial dispute but rather a conflict about the nature of society, with Putin and ...
Angiolini Inquiry 2025-12-02
02 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
HMP Downview Female Prisoners 2025-11-24
24 November 2025
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
I am grateful for being granted this debate on the safety and wellbeing of women in HMP Downview. Women prisoners are some of the most vulnerable in our society, yet very few people give much thought ...
Attendance
90.9%
20 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
7
31.8% of votes
No Votes
13
59.1% 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 NO
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 9
Ayes: 181
Noes: 335
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 86 stand part
Ayes: 344
Noes: 173
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 24
Ayes: 184
Noes: 331
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 188
Noes: 341
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
3
PMQs Asked
23
Ministerial Questions Asked
35
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
+55% above average
This MP:
3
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
+190% above average
This MP:
23
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1380% above average
This MP:
35
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
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