Mrs Sharon Hodgson
MP for Washington and Gateshead South
Lab
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Does the Prime Minister agree with me and the North East Mayor that redevelopment of the disused Leamside line would reconnect Gateshead with north Durham, and that increasing the capacity on the east coast main line would help to bring the Metro to Washington in my constituency, bringing much-needed jobs, growth and opportunities to my region?
Context
The MP mentions the chronic underfunding of transport infrastructure by the previous government, particularly in the north-east. She also refers to the redevelopment of the disused Leamside line and increasing capacity on the east coast main line.
The Prime Minister
Both my hon. Friend and the North East Mayor are dedicated campaigners on this issue. The Conservative party left us with a host of unfunded promises, and public transport is in dire condition. Expanding the Metro network has huge potential to drive growth and unlock new housing. I am pleased that progress is being made on the business case.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not provide a definitive agreement or commitment to the specific proposal.
Progress On Business Case
Session: PMQs 2025-02-12
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What steps he is taking to improve access to tissue freezing for brain cancer patients in Washington and Gateshead South constituency. I welcome the Government’s focus on improving survival rates for cancer, particularly in the forthcoming national cancer plan. Will the Minister agree to attend the campaign for Owain's law event here in Parliament on 3 February and meet the families, who will have travelled from across the country to brief Members of this House on the urgent importance of fixing the current tissue freezing postcode lottery?
Context
The question addresses the need for improved access to tissue freezing services for brain cancer patients in Washington and Gateshead South constituency, highlighting a current postcode lottery situation.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care (Ashley Dalton)
We are determined to ensure that everyone who receives a brain tumour diagnosis, regardless of where they live, has access to the latest treatment options. I look forward to meeting Owain’s wife, Ellie, later this month to hear more about their story and the next steps on this topic.
Session: Brain Cancer Treatment Washington and Gateshead South 2026-01-13
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Hughes Report: First Anniversary
27 March 2025
Responding: Ashley Dalton
Main Concerns
['The Hughes report highlights the impact of valproate and pelvic mesh scandals, affecting at least 7,000 children harmed by valproate since 1973 and an estimated further 28 per month exposed to it. Additionally, over 40,000 women have been injured by mesh implants. These numbers represent individuals who have suffered irreversible damage and ongoing health issues.']
Specific Asks
['The Government is urged to implement the compensation schemes outlined in the Hughes report and consider interim payments for victims of these scandals.']
Auditory Verbal Therapy
21 January 2025
Responding: Stephen Kinnock
Main Concerns
['Deaf children in the UK face significant challenges accessing auditory verbal therapy, with only 33 certified therapists nationwide. More than 90% of deaf children under five are unable to access this life-changing therapy through publicly funded services. The north-east has no qualified auditory verbal therapists, leading to a postcode lottery for healthcare.']
Specific Asks
['The Government should invest in training more specialists in auditory verbal therapy within the public sector to ensure equal access for all families of deaf children who want their child to learn to listen and talk.']
Northern Powerhouse Rail 2026-01-14
14 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Pornography and violence against women 2025-12-03
03 December 2025
General Debate
Led by this MP
On the eighth day of the UN’s 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, Mrs Sharon Hodgson rose to present a petition on pornography from her constituents. She argued that today's online acce...
Baby Loss 2025-10-13
13 October 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate discusses the challenges faced by families who have experienced baby loss, highlighting that 13 babies die daily in various circumstances. It emphasises disparities in outcomes based on eth...
Royal Albert Hall Bill [Lords] 2025-07-14
14 July 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Presents the Royal Albert Hall Bill, emphasising its history and importance to UK culture. He highlights the unique public-private partnership model that sustains the hall, including seat holders who ...
Free School Meals 2025-06-05
05 June 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government aims to expand free school meal eligibility for children whose families receive universal credit, lifting up to 100,000 children out of poverty. This move is part of a wider child pover...
Regional Growth 2025-06-04
04 June 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Darren Jones, stated that economic growth is the top mission of the Government. He highlighted the UK's recent progress in becoming the fastest-growing economy amo...
National Cancer Plan 2025-02-04
04 February 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Announced the Government's national cancer plan, highlighting improvements in diagnosis and treatment times. Cited Lord Darzi’s investigation which found higher rates of cancer cases compared to Europ...
Competition and Markets Authority Chairman 2025-01-22
22 January 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm the position of the chairman of the Competition and Markets Authority following Marcus Bokkerink's resignation?
Obesity Food and Diet 2025-01-20
20 January 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Dr Opher highlighted the alarming rise in obesity rates in the UK, affecting both adults and children. He cited statistics indicating that two-thirds of adults are overweight and one-quarter are obese...
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency 2025-01-16
16 January 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Notes that the MHRA continues to need substantial reform due to patient safety concerns, criticises the yellow card system for under-reporting adverse reactions and conflicts of interest, highlights d...
Anti-stab and anti-slash protective gear in prisons
01 September 2025
The petitioners are concerned about the lack of mandatory anti-stab and anti-slash protective gear for prison officers, which they believe is necessary to ensure the safety of these staff members from...
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Anti-Stab and Anti-Slash Protective Gear in Prisons
18 June 2025
The petition addresses the lack of mandatory anti-stab and anti-slash protective gear for prison officers, highlighting recent attacks on staff across various prisons.
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Pimping websites and paying for sex
28 November 2024
The petition addresses the commercial sexual exploitation facilitated by pimping websites, which are advertising women for sex freely online, making prostitution and trafficking more accessible.
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Attendance
63.6%
14 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
3
13.6% of votes
No Votes
11
50.0% of votes
Abstentions
8
36.4% 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
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
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
1
PMQs Asked
1
Ministerial Questions Asked
10
House of Commons Debates Involved
2
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
3
Petitions Presented
22
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 649 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-48% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
-87% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+30% above average
This MP:
2
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+323% above average
This MP:
10
Average:
2.4
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
5.1
Petitions Presented
+34% above average
This MP:
3
Average:
2.2
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
-16% below average
This MP:
63.6
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 Mrs Sharon Hodgson's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.