Rosie Wrighting
MP for Kettering
Lab
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Following on from the question asked by my hon. Friend the Member for Stourbridge (Cat Eccles), this week is National Epilepsy Week, an important opportunity to raise awareness of a condition that affects so many but often remains invisible. In the UK, one in 100 people live with epilepsy, which works out as up to six of us in the Chamber, including myself. Will the Prime Minister join me and the inspiring campaigners watching from the Gallery in marking National Epilepsy Week, as we continue to raise awareness of seizures?
Context
This week is National Epilepsy Week, an opportunity to raise awareness of a condition that affects up to one in 100 people in the UK, including over 100,000 children and young people.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I congratulate my hon. Friend on her tireless campaigning on this issue, alongside the campaigners who are with us today. I know the impact that epilepsy has on people across the country, including on over 100,000 children and young people. We are committed to improving care for people with neurological conditions and we are setting up the UK-wide Neuro Forum to improve treatment and care for those with such conditions.
Assessment
Did not explicitly commit to joining in marking National Epilepsy Week, only congratulated efforts of campaigners.
Session: PMQs 2025-05-21
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Will the Prime Minister visit Kettering general to discuss how we can support services, like the maternity ward, while we await our rebuild?
Context
The MP discusses the underfunding of NHS leading to partial closure of maternity ward at Kettering General Hospital due to reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
My hon. Friend has been a determined champion of Kettering general hospital, and rightly so. There is deep anger about the delay to the work because of the Conservative’s failure to have a plan, but while we implement our affordable and deliverable plan to build a new hospital, I can reassure her that the RAAC identified at Kettering general is being mitigated and replaced through the national RAAC programme.
Assessment
The PM did not explicitly agree to visit Kettering General Hospital.
Changing Subject
Criticizing Previous Government
Session: PMQs 2025-01-22
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What are the Government doing to ensure that those affected by domestic violence can get support at this time of year?
Context
Last week the MP visited Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service, which discussed estimates of a 20% increase in reported incidents of domestic abuse in the UK during the Christmas period.
Bridget Phillipson
I thank my hon. Friend for that important question, and I pay tribute to the work of Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service and everyone working across domestic violence and sexual abuse services this Christmas. I know from my own experience of working in such services over the Christmas period how busy it can be, but I want to send a message to all victims that support is always there when they need it, even at Christmas, and the police will always respond when called.
Session: Topical Questions 2024-12-18
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Will the Minister join me in wishing the Poppies the very best of luck in their second round match? What steps is she taking to improve the financial resilience of local clubs such as Kettering Town FC?
Context
Kettering Town FC are leading FA cup goal scorers and face financial challenges.
Stephanie Peacock
I will put on record that I wish the team good luck and send them my huge thanks and congratulations. The work we are doing to support grassroots football, through our multi-sport grassroots facilities programme, will hopefully grow the grassroots game.
Session: Grassroots Football Clubs Financial Resilience 2024-11-28
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Will my hon. Friend join me in thanking the many churches across the UK for the work they do? What plans are there for the future of the scheme?
Context
St Andrew's parish church and Holy Trinity church in Kettering are both listed buildings that provide vital community services. The listed places of worship grant scheme is due to expire next year, causing uncertainty.
Marsha de Cordova
My hon. Friend is a strong advocate for churches in her constituency. I am pleased to hear that St Andrew's church is upgrading its heating system and could benefit from some funding through the listed places of worship grant scheme.
Session: Historic Places of Worship 2024-11-28
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What progress the Church Commissioners have made on reducing the backlog of works to restore parish churches and cathedrals?
Context
The Church Commissioners are responsible for restoring parish churches and cathedrals. There is a concern about the backlog of works needed.
Marsha de Cordova
The national Church institutions have invested £11 million in the Buildings for Mission fund, which provides money for repairs, specialist advice and grants to parishes of up to £12,000 for small-scale urgent work. The fund can also be used to pay for essential improvements such as disability access, toilets or a community kitchen.
Session: Historic Places of Worship 2024-11-28
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
London Fashion Week: Cultural Contribution
16 September 2025
Responding: Ian Murray
Main Concerns
["London Fashion Week is a vibrant industry that embodies the best of Britain's creativity, diversity and resilience. However, there are concerns about accessibility for young people who may not have the same opportunities as previous generations."]
Specific Asks
['The debate calls for investment in arts education to ensure courses are well-funded and apprenticeships are available to support the next generation of creatives across the UK.']
UK-EU Common Understanding Negotiations 2025-12-17
17 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government were elected with a manifesto commitment to reset relations with European partners; to fix the bad deal passed on by the previous government; and to support jobs here in the UK. A new s...
Local Government Finance 2025-12-17
17 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Electoral Resilience 2025-12-16
16 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill 2025-12-15
15 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Industry and Exports Bill builds on the Industrial Development Act 1982 and the Export and Investment Guarantees Act 1991 to provide financial support through grants and loans. It aims to increase...
Child Poverty Strategy 2025-12-08
08 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
COP30 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Public Office (Accountability) Bill 2025-11-03
03 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister opened the debate by paying tribute to those involved in a recent train attack, reflecting on the Hillsborough disaster, acknowledging the failure of the British state towards victi...
Pride in Place 2025-10-15
15 October 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Labour Government announced a £5 billion pride in place programme to restore pride in local communities. The programme includes two main categories of investment: a flagship programme providing up...
Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life 2025-07-07
07 July 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
China Audit 2025-06-24
24 June 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
86.4%
19 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
9
40.9% of votes
No Votes
10
45.5% of votes
Abstentions
3
13.6% of votes
03 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
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
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
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
2
PMQs Asked
4
Ministerial Questions Asked
25
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
+3% above average
This MP:
2
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
-50% below average
This MP:
4
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-35% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+957% above average
This MP:
25
Average:
2.4
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
5.1
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.2
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+14% above average
This MP:
86.4
Average:
75.6
Important Context
- - 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
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This page tracks Rosie Wrighting's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.