Alex Ballinger
MP for Halesowen
Lab
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
I associate myself with the Prime Minister's comments on the legacy of Jo Cox. I know that all of us in this place have been following the contest for No. 10 quite closely in recent weeks, but amid the north versus south debate, I think it is about time we had someone from the midlands who was ready to step into this important position for our country. So I am delighted to say we have two fantastic Black Country lads—Jude Bellingham from Stourbridge and Morgan Rogers from Halesowen—who have both been doing us proud in the contested England No. 10 role—for our game against Congo this evening. Does the Prime Minister agree with me that we should congratulate England on their progress out of the group stage so far, and does he also agree with me that we need to do more to support?
Context
The MP mentioned the contest for No. 10 leadership and praised Jude Bellingham from Stourbridge and Morgan Rogers from Halesowen as players on the England national team.
Keir Starmer
I thought the next few weeks were about to get quite interesting, Mr Speaker. We all wish England the best of luck this evening. Every time those players step on to the pitch, they represent the talent, ambition and diversity of this country. We are proud to be supporting the next generation, investing £400 million in grassroots facilities and over £1 billion in school sports.
Assessment
Did not directly address the specific ask about congratulating England team, instead focused on investment in sports
Session: PMQs 2026-07-01
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Welcoming the Government’s decision to secure British Steel, at a time when European security is critical, will the Prime Minister commit to making manufacturing investment in the Black Country a national priority to live up to our industrial heritage and create high-quality defence jobs needed?
Context
The government has secured British Steel, supporting defence manufacturers like Somers Forge and B.B. Price in Halesowen and Cradley Heath that rely on this steel for military equipment production.
The Prime Minister
I pay tribute to my hon. and gallant Friend for his service to his country. Our national security and economic security are interconnected; defence spending is increasing, with the highest sustained increase since the cold war period. We have launched a new hub giving up to 12,000 small firms better access to defence contracts. This supports job creation in the Black Country and across the UK.
Assessment
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Session: PMQs
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Exactly how many attack submarines are being bought according to the details in the defence investment plan?
Context
Labour's strategic defence review committed to buying up to 12 attack submarines.
Luke Pollard
The defence investment plan sets out our intention to buy up to 12 SSN-AUKUS submarines. Their delivery is conditional on productivity improvements with BAE Systems at Barrow.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-07-06
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I was concerned to see reports last week of drones launched from Russian shadow fleet vessels overflying our critical infrastructure, including nuclear air bases and sites. I welcome the action taken by the Royal Marines but ask for more details on how we will tackle these drones and if we have or when we will have the capability to intercept them.
Context
The MP expresses concern over recent reports of Russian shadow fleet vessels launching drones that overfly critical UK infrastructure, including nuclear sites. The question is prompted by the need for immediate and effective countermeasures.
Dan Jarvis
We are giving defence personnel greater powers through the Armed Forces Bill to defeat drones threatening our bases. Significant funding is allocated for radars, sensors and counter-drone systems in the defence investment plan, with more than £750 million set aside for short-range drone protection.
Session: Russia Level of Threat to UK 2026-07-06
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What assessment he has made of the level of threat from Russia. The questioner expresses concern about the persistent threat from Russia in various domains including underwater, on water, land, air, space, and cyber.
Context
No specific background context provided, but the question is prompted by broader concerns over Russian military activities and threats to UK security.
Dan Jarvis
Russia poses a serious and persistent threat to UK and European security in every domain. This includes underwater, on water, land, air, space, and cyber domains. The Secretary notes recent reckless military actions involving NATO aircraft and airspace, including multiple overflights of the UK's aircraft carrier last week.
Session: Russia Level of Threat to UK 2026-07-06
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Sadly, Dudley borough was named in Alan Milburn's “Young people and work” report as the worst performing borough in the country for tracking 16 and 17-year-olds—for over a thousand 16 and 17-year-olds, it was unknown whether they were working, in school or in college. Can the Secretary of State outline what the Department is doing to ensure that we do not lose sight of these young people, as we have done in Dudley, so that we can give them the opportunities they need?
Context
Dudley borough was identified as the worst performing area in Alan Milburn's report for tracking young people aged 16-17. Over a thousand youths were unaccounted for.
Pat McFadden
We cannot allow young people to drop out and to drop out of sight of the system. We want to see participation in education or training up until the age of 18. On my visit to the Netherlands, I saw how it takes this seriously, with effort after effort to stop young people dropping out.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-06-29
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I have been contacted by a number of residents including Stuart from Quarry Bank and Stephanie from Homer Hill about the dangerous use of modified e-bikes and e-scooters in parks across the constituency. Older people are particularly worried about youths riding dangerously without thought for road conditions. Will the Secretary of State set out what steps she is taking to help to improve safety and reduce the dangerous use of these modified e-bikes and e-scooters?
Context
Residents in Halesowen have raised safety concerns about the dangerous use of modified e-bikes and e-scooters, particularly affecting older people due to reckless behavior.
Heidi Alexander
E-bikes that are modified to go over 15.5 mph are illegal. We continue to support the police with the tools they need to enforce road traffic legislation. The Crime and Policing Act 2026 has given the police stronger powers to seize vehicles used antisocially without first requiring a warning and has introduced new respect orders, enabling police and councils to ban persistent offenders from areas where they cause harm.
Session: Topical Questions
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My constituent Yvonne lives in a house owned for 20 years under leasehold arrangement with Principle Estate Management increasing her service charge from £400 to £1,550 without conducting any maintenance. Will the Minister outline what action is being taken to tackle property management firms so people like Yvonne are not continually ripped off?
Context
A constituent, Yvonne, has faced a quadrupling of service charges from £400 to £1,550 without corresponding maintenance work. This prompted questions about tackling property management firms causing such issues.
Matthew Pennycook
The Government are committed to strengthening regulation for managing agents and will switch on improved leaseholder consumer rights provided by the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 at the earliest opportunity. The Minister is considering measures but will write with full details.
Session: Leasehold Reform
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What steps his Department is taking to reform the leasehold sector. The Government continue to implement reforms that are already in statute and progress necessary reforms to end the leasehold system for good, including provisions in the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill published on 27 January.
Context
The question addresses ongoing reforms to the leasehold system and seeks details on concrete actions being taken.
Matthew Pennycook
The Government are committed to strengthening regulation for managing agents and will switch on improved leaseholder consumer rights provided by the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 at the earliest opportunity. The Minister is considering measures to address exorbitant service charge increases and protect people like Yvonne.
Session: Leasehold Reform
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In December, fewer people were treated within 18 weeks than in the previous month. Will the Secretary of State accept that patients are experiencing difficulties and acknowledge that the Government will not deliver their commitment on the key milestone to deliver the 18-week standard?
Context
The Government committed to meet the 18-week standard for routine operations. Recent data suggests they are not on track to achieve this by the end of Parliament.
Wes Streeting
We have cut waiting lists by 330,000 since we came to office; they are now at their lowest level in three years. Despite strikes and winter pressures, progress has been made despite opposition from the Conservatives.
Session: Topical Questions
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This week FIFA announced a four-year partnership so that gambling platforms can stream world cup games on UK websites for the first time. Football fans are already heavily exposed to gambling advertising, and the Government have confirmed that there is clear evidence linking gambling advertising to harm. As the Premier League has agreed to remove gambling adverts from the front of shirts this year, does the Minister share my concern that the livestreaming of world cup games on gambling sites is a step in the wrong direction and can perpetuate further gambling harm?
Context
FIFA announced a four-year partnership allowing gambling platforms to stream World Cup games on UK websites, increasing exposure for football fans already heavily exposed to gambling ads. There is evidence linking gambling advertising to harm.
The Minister for Creative Industries, Media and Arts (Ian Murray)
There are two ways to answer that question. The first is with regard to exposure to the world cup itself, and I want as many world cup games as possible to be on free-to-air television. When Scotland qualified for the world cup, it was on the BBC and brought the whole nation together, which is what the world cup should do for every nation that has qualified.
Secondly, on exposure to gambling, we are committed to strengthening measures to protect those at risk, including the gambling levy. Twenty per cent of that £120 million will go towards making sure that we have the proper research to build on. I appreciate my hon. Friend’s raising this point. I will consider the issue with the Sport Minister, and I will write to my hon. Friend with an update in due course.
Secondly, on exposure to gambling, we are committed to strengthening measures to protect those at risk, including the gambling levy. Twenty per cent of that £120 million will go towards making sure that we have the proper research to build on. I appreciate my hon. Friend’s raising this point. I will consider the issue with the Sport Minister, and I will write to my hon. Friend with an update in due course.
Session: Gambling Advertising
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I am incredibly proud of our naval engineering history in the Black Country, including at companies such as Somers Forge in Halesowen and Brooks Forgings in Cradley Heath. I am delighted that this Labour Government are increasing defence spending to levels never seen under the previous Government. Does the Minister agree that that investment in Northern Ireland, at places such as Harland & Wolff, will not just benefit the local economy there but the supply chain all across the country?
Context
The MP is proud of the naval engineering history in his constituency and highlights companies such as Somers Forge and Brooks Forgings. He mentions that this Labour Government are increasing defence spending to 2.5%.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Matthew Patrick)
My hon. Friend is right. I warmly welcome this investment and I know he is rightly proud of the defence expertise in his constituency. Backed by this Labour Government increasing defence spending to 2.5%, Harland & Wolff is building the next generation of support ships for our Royal Navy. We are safeguarding jobs, skills and our future security.
Session: Defence Industrial Strategy
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My constituents in Halesowen continue to be concerned about the number of people crossing to the UK on small boats. They are calling for swift and tough action against the people smugglers responsible for these dangerous crossings, which are putting the lives of women and children at risk. Can the Solicitor General outline how she is supporting this action?
Context
The questioner cites concerns from constituents about the number of small boats crossing to the UK and the dangers this poses, particularly for women and children.
The Solicitor General (Lucy Rigby)
I have heard from Crown Prosecution Service prosecutors about the deplorable actions that the smugglers take in not only facilitating very young children being aboard the boats, but even sedating them to ensure they are compliant during the crossing. My hon. Friend is right that the dangers faced by people, particularly children, when they cross the channel are extremely grave. This Government are absolutely determined to break the business model of the people smugglers, so protecting our borders and stopping lives, including young lives, being put in such danger.
Session: People Smuggling
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Many of my constituents in Halesowen work in energy-intensive industries such as forges and heavy manufacturing. The Government are rightly supporting those industries to become more energy-efficient, but workers need new skills, as well as skills in the many new jobs in the renewable energy sector. As they make this transition, how is the Department supporting workers in the west midlands to get the right skills for these new industries?
Context
The MP noted that many constituents work in energy-intensive industries such as forges and heavy manufacturing. The Government are supporting these industries to become more energy-efficient, but workers need new skills for transitioning into renewable energy jobs.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Michael Shanks)
My hon. Friend is right to raise that point. Supporting workers in energy-intensive industries is essential as we transition our economy. The Government will provide over £1.2 billion per year in skills funding by 2028-29, supporting training in renewables, low-carbon construction and advanced engineering. We are also investing over £100 million over three years to develop engineering skills in England and launching new technical excellence colleges to make sure that training stays aligned with employers’ needs. We will also push forward on the clean energy workforce strategy this year.
Session: Renewable Energy Sector Workers’ Rights
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Given our previous military alliances, how can we do more to strengthen European mechanisms for security such as the joint expeditionary force?
Context
The UK has recently signed a new security and defence partnership with the EU. The joint expeditionary force is a mechanism for strengthening European security in response to Russian aggression.
The Secretary of State for Defence (John Healey)
My hon. Friend is right about the joint expeditionary force, and he is right to emphasise the importance of the step today. While NATO is the cornerstone of our European security—and recognised as such by the European Union in its White Paper—the step today will mean that we will be able to upgrade our co-operation with the European Union on the mobility of military matériel and personnel, on maritime and space security, on irregular migration and on protecting our critical infrastructure. It opens the door to closer defence industrial collaboration, including potential participation in the EU’s €150 billion SAFE arrangements.
Session: UK-EU Defence and Security Agreement
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My constituents in Halesowen have written to me time and again complaining that they are calling their GP surgeries at 8 am, as instructed, but are still unable to get a same-day appointment. Can the Minister set out how the £100 million investment in GP surgeries, consulting rooms and other facilities will finally put an end to the frustrating 8 am scramble?
Context
The MP's constituents are facing difficulties in obtaining same-day GP appointments despite calling early in the morning. This has led to frustration among local residents.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
I absolutely share the frustrations of my hon. Friend and his constituents. The investment made today was in response to GPs telling us that they needed more space; the investment will lead to more capacity and better access and outcomes for his constituents. Today’s announcement was only possible thanks to the decisions made in the October Budget, which were opposed by every party opposite. The choice is clear: investment in our NHS with Labour, or cuts with the Tories and Reform.
Session: GPs Time with Patients
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As others have said, today is the anniversary of the deaths of James Kirby, John Chapman and James Henderson—three former servicemen. We further heard about the 15 aid workers who were killed last week. UN Under-Secretary-General Tom Fletcher has described them as having been killed one by one and buried in shallow graves alongside their clearly marked ambulances, fire trucks and UN vehicles. I thank the Government for calling a UN Security Council meeting on the protection of aid workers. Will the Minister update us on the outcome of that meeting and the further steps we will take to protect aid workers in Gaza?
Context
The MP references ongoing violence against aid workers in Gaza, including the deaths of James Kirby and John Chapman.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr Hamish Falconer)
The meeting on Friday considered those questions. There was agreement across the Security Council on the importance of preserving the space for humanitarian action. As I have said this morning, we regret deeply that there have not yet been further improvements, and we will continue to use all available diplomatic steps to ensure that aid gets into Gaza, aid workers are protected, and the horrific scenes described by the emergency relief co-ordinator are not repeated.
Session: Middle East
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The last Government were far too quick to write off people with disabilities who wished to work but faced health challenges. Many of my constituents wish to work, and with the right help they can achieve this goal. This would provide physical and mental health benefits. How will the Government reset our relationship with people with disabilities by providing them with the necessary support?
Context
Alex Ballinger points out that the previous government was too quick to write off individuals who wanted to work but had health conditions or disabilities. He highlights constituents in Halesowen who want to work and could benefit from proper support.
The Minister for Social Security and Disability (Sir Stephen Timms)
We have committed in our manifesto to putting the views and voices of disabled people at the heart of policy-making. The “Get Britain Working” White Paper announced the establishment of a disability employment panel, which will enable us to work with disabled individuals and provide them with necessary support.
Session: People with Disabilities and Long-term Health Conditions Work Support
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What assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the youth justice system in preventing reoffending, especially given the recent tragic stabbing of Leo Ross where his 14-year-old killer had a history of violent offences?
Context
Tragically, 12-year-old Leo Ross was stabbed to death in Birmingham as he was returning home from school. His 14-year-old killer had been arrested several times for violent offences in the months running up to the killing.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Sir Nicholas Dakin)
I am deeply saddened by this tragic crime, and my thoughts and those of everyone else go to the family of Leo Ross. Such horrific events underline just how important it is to deliver our manifesto commitment to ensure that every young person caught in possession of a knife is referred to a youth offending team and that appropriate action is taken. We are also piloting a new, more robust form of community punishment for children involving mandatory GPS monitoring and intensive supervision.
Session: Youth Justice System
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Last month, alongside Richard Parker, the Mayor of the West Midlands, I was lucky enough to join Halesowen college as it opened its new digital and media campus at Trinity Point. Does the Minister agree that excellent institutions such as this are fundamental to supporting innovation across our region, and would she be so kind as to visit us at some point in the near future?
Context
The MP visited Halesowen College's new digital and media campus, questioning the importance of such educational institutes for regional innovation.
Feryal Clark
I agree with my hon. Friend that educational institutes are crucial to innovation. Halesowen college is one of five colleges across the region using the further education and innovation fund to support innovation and technical excellence within the local community. Such facilities and expertise will help businesses develop a workforce with skills and take advantage of that.
Session: Innovation in the Black Country
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What steps his Department is taking to help increase levels of innovation in the Black Country?
Context
The question is prompted by a desire to increase innovation levels in the Black Country.
Feryal Clark
We want to boost investment in innovation and enable people in all regions of the UK to benefit from an innovation-led economy. The spending review supports the UK's research and development ambition, with total Government investment in R&D rising to a record £20.4 billion in 16-26. This allows for extending innovation accelerators for another year, funding the Midlands Industrial Ceramics Group through the Strength in Places fund, and supporting the region's investment zone.
Session: Innovation in the Black Country
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I thank the Minister for his update. My constituents in Halesowen recognise that homes have been unaffordable to first-time buyers and welcome these planning changes, but they are frustrated by some of the scaremongering from the Opposition. Can the Minister reassure my constituents that protecting the environment will be central to our planning changes as we roll out lots of additional new houses?
Context
The MP noted the importance of planning reforms for housing and infrastructure development, referencing previous government initiatives.
Matthew Pennycook
I assure him and the House that the Government are committed to securing better environmental outcomes alongside facilitating the development that our country so desperately needs. In our consultation on proposed reforms to the NPPF, we made it clear that land safeguarded by existing environmental designations will maintain its current protections. We are exploring how we might streamline house building and infrastructure delivery by using development to fund nature recovery where both are currently stalled.
Session: Planning Reform
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What recent progress her Department has made on planning reform. I thank the Minister for his update. My constituents in Halesowen recognise that homes have been unaffordable to first-time buyers and welcome these planning changes, but they are frustrated by some of the scaremongering from the Opposition.
Context
The MP noted the importance of planning reforms for housing and infrastructure development, referencing previous government initiatives.
Matthew Pennycook
The Government are making rapid progress on reforming our planning system. We launched a consultation on proposed reforms to the national planning policy framework within our first month in office, and my Department is analysing responses with a view to publishing a Government response before the end of the year. As was set out in the King's Speech, we intend to bring forward a planning and infrastructure Bill in this parliamentary Session to accelerate the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and housing. I assure him and the House that the Government are committed to securing better environmental outcomes alongside facilitating the development that our country so desperately needs.
Session: Planning Reform
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Does the Minister agree that there is no military solution to the conflict in Lebanon? Will he outline again in more detail what diplomatic efforts he is making to ensure that we have a ceasefire so that Lebanese and Israeli civilians can return to their homes?
Context
Concern over the increase in violence after Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon and calls for a political solution.
Hamish Falconer
We agree very much. Only a political solution will enable Lebanese civilians to return to their homes and Israeli civilians to return to the north of Israel. Clearly Hezbollah has been conducting terrible attacks on northern Israel for a long time—from 8 October, which was a terrible day to choose to start. We are working with all our allies on a plan based around resolution 1701.
Session: Lebanon Ceasefire
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
High Street Shops: Illicit Activity
17 June 2026
Responding: Sarah Jones
Main Concerns
["Mr. Alex Ballinger is concerned about the increasing number of illegal activities in high street shops, such as money laundering, counterfeit goods, and drug dealing. He cited the Chartered Trading Standards Institute's report that up to half of mini-markets and vape shops have links to organised crime. In his constituency, an undercover reporter was able to purchase cannabis, cocaine, and prescription drugs over the counter in the centre of towns, leading to public safety concerns and a decrease in legitimate trade footfall."]
Specific Asks
['Mr. Ballinger requests that the Government consider measures like those in the Dutch Bibob Act, which allows public authorities to conduct integrity checks on individuals before granting licences or permits, and he asks for increased transparency and accountability of landlords involved in organised crime.']
Gambling Advertising
23 April 2026
Responding: Lilian Greenwood
Main Concerns
['The speaker is concerned about the widespread and sophisticated nature of gambling advertising in the UK, which spends £2 billion annually. This includes exposure via television, football stadiums, local radio, social media, and video games played by children. The debate highlights that 79% of children have seen gambling adverts, with 64% on TV and 74% online. Research shows that thousands of gambling messages appear during sports matches despite the whistle-to-whistle ban, indicating a failure in regulation to protect children from exposure.']
Specific Asks
['The speaker asks for an assessment of the cumulative impact of gambling advertising exposure on children and young people and whether further action is being considered to reduce this exposure across various environments. The Government should reflect on the case for a more precautionary public health-led approach that prioritizes child protection.']
NATO and the High Arctic — [Dr Rupa Huq in the Chair]
04 March 2026
Responding: Louise Jones
Main Concerns
["The High Arctic matters due to climate change extending operating seasons and increasing strategic interest in shipping, minerals, and energy. Russia's military presence is growing, and the Royal Navy has seen a 30% increase in Russian vessels threatening UK waters over the past two years. NATO's responsibilities have expanded with the addition of Finland and Sweden, and there is increasing undersea competition and vulnerability. The UK faces concurrent pressures in other theatres, such as deployments to the Middle East, and must ensure it can deploy ships without hollowing out its commitments to other parts of the world."]
Specific Asks
['When will the defence investment plan be published? Do we have sufficient ships suitable and available to operate credibly in the north Atlantic and respond to the serious crisis in the Middle East at the same time? What steps are the Government taking bilaterally and through NATO to reassure Denmark and strengthen stability around Greenland while making it clear that sovereignty is not negotiable and that influence operations will be resisted?']
UK Town of Culture
07 January 2026
Responding: Ian Murray
Main Concerns
['The debate highlights the cultural richness and heritage of Halesowen, a town that has been a centre for British rock music with artists like Led Zeppelin and Slade. It also mentions the importance of historical landmarks such as the Black Country Living Museum and the Leasowes park which houses William Shenstone’s literary legacy. The MP emphasizes the need to recognize the cultural contributions of towns beyond major cities, focusing on practical intelligence, pride in workmanship, and community spirit.']
Specific Asks
['The MP calls for the UK Town of Culture competition to enable towns like Halesowen to showcase their unique heritage, support local culture through volunteering and investment, and highlight the cultural contributions made by diverse communities.']
Gambling Harms
05 February 2025
Responding: Stephanie Peacock
Main Concerns
['Around 40% of gamblers who seek treatment in the UK have considered suicide, and the Government’s own national suicide prevention strategy cited gambling as one of the six main factors linked to suicide. The story of Ben, a young man who took his life at age 19 due to gambling addiction, highlights the urgent need for further measures to address this crisis.']
Specific Asks
['The lead MP asks for stronger policy and regulatory controls that protect public health and wellbeing and prevent harm from gambling.']
Israel and Palestine
08 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Falkland Islands: Sovereignty
08 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Iran
15 July 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The speaker highlighted the critical situation in Iran, noting Britain’s armed forces' commendable work. He mentioned recent US strikes against Iranian targets, stressing the need for a diplomatic sol...
Asylum Accommodation
29 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Opposition Day
23 June 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Moves the motion expressing regret over the chaos in Government, particularly regarding the temporary Prime Minister's attendance at the NATO summit. Calls on the Government to spend 3% of GDP on defe...
Steel Industry Nationalisation Bill - New Clause 8: Contingent liabilities
08 June 2026
Bill Debate
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The amendment aims to narrow the definition of a steel undertaking so that it must predominantly involve the manufacture or processing of steel. It seeks to prevent unnecessary nationalisation by ensu...
Peter Mandelson: Government Appointment
21 April 2026
General Debate
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Middle East: Defence
09 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Middle East
02 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Diego Garcia and British Indian Ocean Territory
25 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Attendance
81.6%
80 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
33
33.7% of votes
No Votes
47
48.0% of votes
Abstentions
18
18.4% of votes
11 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Closure motion
Ayes: 293
Noes: 218
Passed
11 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 270
Noes: 286
Failed
10 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 77
Noes: 292
Failed
09 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
Ayes: 371
Noes: 100
Passed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
Ayes: 79
Noes: 300
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
Ayes: 162
Noes: 297
Failed
07 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 6
Ayes: 77
Noes: 317
Failed
07 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 145
Ayes: 170
Noes: 316
Failed
04 Sep 2026
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Motion to sit in private
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02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
Ayes: 105
Noes: 410
Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
Ayes: 85
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Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 411
Noes: 102
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
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01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 80
Noes: 281
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 323
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Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
Ayes: 332
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Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
Ayes: 329
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
Noes: 93
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
Ayes: 108
Noes: 307
Failed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
Ayes: 294
Noes: 110
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
Noes: 283
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
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Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
Ayes: 104
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Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
Ayes: 74
Noes: 323
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
Ayes: 171
Noes: 322
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
Noes: 94
Passed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
Noes: 317
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
Ayes: 143
Noes: 249
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
Ayes: 135
Noes: 258
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
Noes: 244
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 77
Noes: 255
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 151
Noes: 258
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 162
Noes: 246
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ayes: 262
Noes: 86
Passed
24 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
Ayes: 69
Noes: 279
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
Noes: 256
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 361
Noes: 84
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
2
PMQs Asked
22
Ministerial Questions Asked
61
House of Commons Debates Involved
5
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
98
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1370 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-45% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+64% above average
This MP:
22
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+99% above average
This MP:
5
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1155% above average
This MP:
61
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+18% above average
This MP:
81.6
Average:
69.2
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 Alex Ballinger's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.