Adrian Ramsay
MP for Waveney Valley
Green
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Growing numbers of people are joining the call for a wealth tax on the super-rich, including former Labour leader Lord Kinnock. Will the Prime Minister stand by his promise that those with the broadest shoulders will carry the largest burden? Will he clarify that that means the ultra-wealthy, not disabled people, the poorest and children with special educational needs?
Context
The MP references calls for a wealth tax and former Labour leader Lord Kinnock's support for such a policy. He asks the Prime Minister to clarify his stance on taxing the ultra-wealthy.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I am really not going to take advice from a party that put forward £80 billion of unfunded commitments at the last election; that is the sort of thing that got us into the problem in the first place. We cannot just tax our way to growth; we need to ensure that we put in place the necessary measures. We are putting in place planning reforms to drive growth. The hon. Member voted against that, and the Opposition voted against that.
Assessment
The PM did not directly address the question about a wealth tax or clarify his stance on taxing the ultra-wealthy.
Shifting To Criticism Of The Green Party
Session: PMQs 2025-07-09
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Given the strong consensus across this House on the importance of de-escalation of the deeply worrying conflict between Israel and Iran, does the Deputy Prime Minister agree that this House’s actions must match its words? Will she therefore give a commitment that before any further military support is given to the Israeli Government, whether it be the deployment of RAF jets or armed forces, her Government will first give MPs in this House a free vote on the matter?
Context
Concern about the escalating tension between Israel and Iran.
The Deputy Prime Minister (Angela Rayner)
The situation in the middle east is fast-moving and deeply concerning, and there is clear potential for a significant and rapid worsening of the situation. In every step we take, we will always be guided by the safety of British nationals and the UK national interest. That is why we have deployed jets to the region, so that contingency support is in place for our armed forces personnel, and it is why we are asking British nationals to register their presence. We will keep all advice under review.
Assessment
Commitment for a free vote on further military support for Israel was not provided.
We Are Guided By The Safety Of British Nationals And The Uk National Interest
We Will Keep All Advice Under Review
Session: PMQs 2025-06-18
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I associate the Green party with the Prime Minister's tributes to Alex Salmond and Sir David Amess. Some 99.7% of new patients in the east of England are unable to find an NHS dentist—it is the worst-affected area in the country. My constituents want urgent action, so when will the Government begin the critical negotiations on dental contract reform so that no one in the 21st century has to pull out their own teeth? Will it be by the end of this year?
Context
99.7% of new patients in the east of England are unable to find an NHS dentist, making it the worst-affected area in the country.
Keir Starmer
The hon. Gentleman raises a really important issue. Dentistry was left in a shocking state by the last Government: I was shocked to hear that the commonest cause of A&E admission for six to 10-year-olds in this country's children's hospitals is to have teeth taken out, because of the failure of the last Government. That is shocking on any analysis, and we will put it right; we will take the necessary steps, and we will work across the House to do so as quickly as possible.
Session: PMQs 2024-10-16
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I welcome the Government's commitment to nature recovery. Please could the Prime Minister tell us how he will show leadership personally on this existential issue? In particular, will he attend the 16th biodiversity COP later this year, and will the UK Government be launching a bid to host a future UN nature summit?
Context
The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries on Earth, raising concerns about food security and public health.
Keir Starmer
We are committed to nature recovery. I would ask the hon. Member to show some leadership, as he opposes clean energy infrastructure in his constituency.
Assessment
Specifics of PM's involvement in COP16 and hosting a UN nature summit
Opposing Vital Clean Energy Infrastructure
Session: PMQs 2024-07-24
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Given that Parliament has not had the opportunity to debate this assessment, will the Secretary of State support a dedicated debate on these risks and actions across Government?
Context
The Government’s own national security assessment warns that biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse pose serious risks to the UK's long-term food security, potentially intensifying natural disasters. Parliament has yet to discuss this matter.
Mary Creagh
The Secretary of State and I have just spent a couple of days in Manchester looking at that with the international science panel on nature. We will report on Monday about how business can do better in tackling those risks, bringing the nature and climate debates together.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-02-05
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What steps her Department is taking to help support farmers to adopt higher animal welfare standards. Further details on how the forthcoming animal welfare strategy will ensure that credible complaints are consistently investigated and enforcement bodies have the resources and duties needed to act when animal welfare concerns are raised.
Context
The Animal Law Foundation’s report “The Enforcement Problem” highlights that only around 2.2% of farmers were inspected in 2024, with less than half of complaints about farmed animal welfare leading to inspections and only 2% resulting in prosecution.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Emma Reynolds)
Our animal health and welfare pathway scheme provides funding to farmers to improve the health and welfare of their livestock. It also supports veterinary visits to discuss health and welfare, and it provides capital grants for equipment and infrastructure to improve animal welfare. I am pleased that 7,000 farmers have already signed up to receive funding. Further details on this issue will be set out in the forthcoming animal welfare strategy, and we need to work more closely with councils to ensure better enforcement of regulations.
Session: Animal Welfare Standards 2025-12-18
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Upgrading the Ely and Haughley junctions would enable a substantial shift of freight to the rails, which is important for net zero targets, for relieving congestion and for supporting haulage and logistics businesses. Will the Secretary of State therefore meet me, regional businesses, cross-party political leaders and the Suffolk chamber of commerce to look at the options for funding and upgrading this project, as outlined by Network Rail?
Context
The MP discusses the importance of upgrading Ely and Haughley junctions for freight rail traffic.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I recently visited Norwich, where business leaders and representatives made the case to me for improvement works at the Ely and Haughley junctions. I am aware of the importance of freight on those lines, given the adjacency to the port of Felixstowe. We have had to take some difficult decisions in this spending review about the rail enhancement programme. While we understand the benefits of this scheme, it has not been possible to fund it in this spending review period. However, it is part of the future pipeline of work that we will be looking at.
Session: Transport System Economic Growth 2025-11-20
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I thank the Minister for her answer. Animal Equality estimates that around 200,000 sows in the UK spend nearly a quarter of their adult life confined in farrowing crates, which are metal barred cages that severely restrict their movement—they cannot even turn around. Some 75% of vets are concerned and research suggests that two thirds of the public oppose their use. When it comes to the animal welfare strategy, will the Minister commit to phasing out the use of all farrowing crates and the equally cruel cages for birds, and what practical steps will be put in place to support farmers with the transition?
Context
Animal Equality estimates that around 200,000 sows in the UK spend nearly a quarter of their adult life confined in farrowing crates. Additionally, research suggests that two-thirds of the public oppose their use.
The Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs (Dame Angela Eagle)
It is important to remember that 50% of the national sow breeding herd live freely and are not kept in these kinds of cage systems at all, which I think shows the way forward. It is very important that we work with the industry to see how we can move away from the use of farrowing crates and create more flexible alternatives that are available to be introduced in a practical and pragmatic way.
Session: Farrowing Crates and Cages 2025-11-13
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With billionaire wealth soaring while living standards fall, does she agree it is time to tax extreme wealth fairly to tackle cost of living crisis and invest in public services?
Context
The Chancellor mentioned difficult decisions for everyone except the ultra-rich. Billionaire wealth has increased while living standards have fallen.
Rachel Reeves
As the hon. Gentleman knows, that is not what I said in my speech this morning. In last year’s Budget we got rid of the non-dom tax status, introduced VAT and business rates on private schools, increased capital gains tax, taxed private jets, and eliminated carried interest—more than the Green party has ever done to reduce inequality.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-11-04
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I welcome the approval of plans for a new dental school at the University of East Anglia. What arrangements and incentives will the Minister put in place to keep dental graduates in the most poorly served areas, such as my constituency of Waveney Valley?
Context
A new dental school at the University of East Anglia was approved.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
I thank the hon. Member for that question. He will have seen that, in the 10-year plan, we have committed to tie-ins. Once the current cohort is through its studies, new cohorts will be tied into doing NHS dentistry for a period after graduation. I am sure that he welcomes that very important measure.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-10-21
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The Public Accounts Committee says that the dental contract reform will only work with sustainable funding. Will the Government ensure this?
Stephen Kinnock
Every penny allocated to NHS dentistry must be spent on it, focusing spending where needed most. We are addressing underspends and rising demand.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-07-22
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Requiring developers to include solar panels in all new homes and buildings would be extremely popular with the public and help deliver net zero targets. Can the Secretary of State give an update on his discussions with the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, including those on mandatory solar as part of the future homes and buildings standard?
Context
Requiring developers to include solar panels in all new homes and buildings would be extremely popular with the public and help deliver net zero targets. Adrian Ramsay is seeking an update on discussions.
Miatta Fahnbulleh
The hon. Gentleman raises an important point. We are actively working on that in government. Whatever one’s view on ground-mounted solar—we in the Labour party think that it has a role—we do need solar panels on rooftops. It is an important opportunity. While we are about it, perhaps the hon. Gentleman can start supporting our plans on planning and infrastructure so that we can build the clean energy infrastructure that we need.
Session: Topical Questions 2025-03-18
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I echo the sentiments of the hon. Member for Bedford (Mohammad Yasin) on this serious injustice, which is being compounded by the lack of swift action for redress. It really matters to all our constituents, including mine in Norfolk and Suffolk, where I have spoken to the local WASPI women group, which highlighted just how a big an impact it is having, including on women born in the 1950s who are struggling to make ends meet. Will the Minister please set out the timescale by which she will respond to the report and the action that will be taken?
Context
The question highlights the ongoing struggles of women born in the 1950s who have been impacted by changes to their state pension age and the need for swift action.
Emma Reynolds
The ombudsman took six years to look into what is a serious, significant and complex set of cases. We need time to look at that seriously, and we are doing precisely that.
Session: Women’s State Pension Age Compensation 2024-10-07
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What her Department's timetable is for responding to the recommendations on compensation made by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman in his report on changes to women's state pension age.
Context
The question concerns the recommendations made by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman regarding compensation for women whose state pension age was increased without adequate notice.
Emma Reynolds
I was the first Minister for eight long years to meet Women Against State Pension Inequality campaigners to hear their experiences directly. However, we do need time to carefully consider the ombudsman's report and evidence before we can outline our approach.
Session: Women’s State Pension Age Compensation 2024-10-07
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Any cuts to the environmental land management scheme would damage farmers and hinder Government's climate and nature targets. Does the Secretary of State agree with an economic assessment made by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, the National Trust and the Wildlife Trusts that the ELM scheme budget will need to be increased to around £5.9 billion a year?
Context
The environmental land management scheme aims at climate and nature recovery. The RSPB, National Trust and Wildlife Trusts propose a £5.9 billion annual budget increase.
Steve Reed
The Government remain fully committed to the ELM schemes, and my right hon. Friend the Chancellor will make announcements about the budget at the appropriate time.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-09-12
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Animal Welfare in Farming
03 June 2025
Responding: Daniel Zeichner
Main Concerns
["The treatment of farm animals in the UK reflects societal values but millions endure lives of confinement, pain and neglect. Recent footage has exposed mistreatment of piglets and salmon farms causing public outrage. The petition 'End the use of cages and crates for all farmed animals' has surpassed 100,000 signatures calling for an immediate ban on laying hen cages and extending it to all cages and crates including farrowing crates for sows."]
Specific Asks
['The Government must set a clear timetable for banning farrowing crates and address the plight of broiler chickens. The rapid growth of these birds causes immense suffering, and alternatives like slower-growing breeds need Government leadership.']
National Cancer Plan 2026-02-05
05 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government's national cancer plan aims to save 320,000 more lives by 2035. The plan includes modernising the NHS, harnessing science and technology, prioritising clinical trials, early detection t...
NHS Dentists 2026-02-05
05 February 2026
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
I am grateful for the opportunity to draw attention to the severe strain on NHS dentistry, which affects millions of British people. The issue is that fewer practices are offering NHS appointments, le...
Agricultural Sector Import Standards 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate focuses on the imbalance between high domestic farming standards in the UK, prioritising animal welfare and environmental considerations, and the often lower import standards. Sam Carling h...
Business of the House 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Mr. Norman discussed various topics including the launch of a new autonomous robotics degree at his constituency's university, criticised the hon. Member for Clacton for attending Davos, raised concer...
Business Rates Retail, Hospitality and Leisure 2026-01-19
19 January 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the planned changes to business rates for the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors will not result in crippling rises? Given the significant negative impact these cha...
Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief 2026-01-05
05 January 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm the changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief, explain why a U-turn was necessary after significant opposition from farmers and rural communities, ...
Animal Welfare Strategy 2025-12-18
18 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the Government’s animal welfare strategy, promised for the end of the year, will be published before Christmas? The urgency lies in the need to scrutinise the plans give...
Business of the House 2025-12-04
04 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Expressed sorrow at Sir John Stanley's death, congratulated Joe Root on his test century, criticised the Government for not supporting economic growth with their Budget and for the Prime Minister misu...
Ely Railway Upgrade 2025-12-03
03 December 2025
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
I draw Members' attention to my entry in the Register of Members' Financial Interests as a district councillor for East Cambridgeshire. The outline business case for the Ely area capacity enhancement ...
Budget Resolutions 2025-12-02
02 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
40.9%
9 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
7
31.8% of votes
No Votes
2
9.1% of votes
Abstentions
13
59.1% of votes
03 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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 AYE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
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
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
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
4
PMQs Asked
11
Ministerial Questions Asked
41
House of Commons Debates Involved
1
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
22
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 649 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
+106% above average
This MP:
4
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
+39% above average
This MP:
11
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-35% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1634% above average
This MP:
41
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 Adrian Ramsay's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.