Alex Easton
MP for North Down
Ind
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Prime Minister's Questions
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Is it not a critical step for Government to guarantee access in every region of the UK to affordable, high-quality childcare by expanding funding for childcare provision and reducing costs for younger children, so that parents can work more hours without losing most of their additional income to childcare fees?
Context
The questioner highlights the importance of affordable childcare in every region of the UK, noting that parents often struggle with high childcare costs.
Bridget Phillipson
Access to childcare is essential. This Labour Government in England has massively expanded access to childcare. While recognising the differences in Northern Ireland, I am sure that Ministers would be happy to discuss further any ideas the hon. Gentleman has.
Session: Removing Children from Poverty 2026-09-09
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Will the Secretary of State join me in commending the officers of the PSNI, who have responded to the recent disorder with professionalism and integrity? Does he agree that they deserve the very best support, including a modern, high-quality training facility, and can he give the House an update on when that is going to be funded?
Context
In recognition of the PSNI's efforts during recent disorder, Alex Easton requested an update on funding for a modern training facility.
Hilary Benn
I join the hon. Gentleman in thanking and praising the brave officers of the PSNI. My hon. Friend the Member for Wirral West (Matthew Patrick) and I visited the officers at Strandtown police station, who dealt with the disorder when the bus was set on fire on 10 June. More than 40 of them were injured, and we wish them a speedy recovery. I know that the hon. Gentleman is a doughty advocate for the new training centre, and I look forward to discussing the matter further with him.
Session: Recent Disorder 2026-07-08
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What assessment she has made of the adequacy of the temporary reduction in the rate of VAT in supporting the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland. Given Northern Ireland's unique position in the United Kingdom, sharing an open border with the Republic of Ireland where the VAT rate is 13.5% for the hospitality industry, will the Chancellor look to reduce the rate of VAT for the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland—at minimum for a trial, if not permanently—to maintain price competitiveness, safeguard UK jobs and businesses, and make us more competitive with the Republic of Ireland?
Context
The question arises from the need to support businesses in Northern Ireland's hospitality sector, which faces challenges due to the current VAT rate and competition with the Republic of Ireland.
Dan Tomlinson
I understand that the VAT rate in Northern Ireland is different from the rate in Ireland—there are different rates of VAT across Europe. It is important to remember that VAT is a national tax in the UK, at 20% across the country. It is important to have consistency for businesses operating across the UK. Significant cuts to VAT come with significant fiscal costs. For example, halving the rate of VAT on hospitality would cost the Exchequer about £11 billion.
Session: Temporary VAT Reduction for Hospitality Northern Ireland
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What assessment she has made of the adequacy of the temporary reduction in the rate of VAT in supporting the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland. Given Northern Ireland's unique position in the United Kingdom, sharing an open border with the Republic of Ireland where the VAT rate is 13.5% for the hospitality industry, will the Chancellor look to reduce the rate of VAT for the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland—at minimum for a trial, if not permanently—to maintain price competitiveness, safeguard UK jobs and businesses, and make us more competitive with the Republic of Ireland?
Context
The question arises from the need to support businesses in Northern Ireland's hospitality sector, which faces challenges due to the current VAT rate and competition with the Republic of Ireland.
Dan Tomlinson
I understand that the VAT rate in Northern Ireland is different from the rate in Ireland—there are different rates of VAT across Europe. It is important to remember that VAT is a national tax in the UK, at 20% across the country. It is important to have consistency for businesses operating across the UK. Significant cuts to VAT come with significant fiscal costs. For example, halving the rate of VAT on hospitality would cost the Exchequer about £11 billion.
Session: Temporary VAT Reduction for Hospitality Northern Ireland
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Does the Minister agree that a strong UK internal market is critical to creating jobs in Wales? Will she work with Cabinet colleagues to secure frictionless east-west trade?
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The MP highlights the importance of a strong UK internal market for creating jobs.
Anna McMorrin
Absolutely. Through collaboration, we are creating tens of thousands of jobs in Wales. Our Welsh freeports and investment zones have potential for 25,000 new jobs. The modernisation of Welsh rail will bring 12,000 jobs.
Session: Job Creation
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Does the Secretary of State agree that the Supreme Court judgment in the Dillon case reinforces vital legal protections for our security forces, creating a more secure environment?
Context
The Supreme Court provided clarification regarding the correct interpretation of the Windsor framework.
Hilary Benn
I will certainly join the hon. Member in expressing those thanks to all those who served with such distinction in Northern Ireland during the troubles to keep people safe. The Dillon judgment has provided extremely important clarity about the correct interpretation of the Windsor framework, as I said a moment ago. It also reinforces the case that the Government make: that we need to put protections for veterans, which were not contained in the last legacy Act, on the statute book.
Session: Supreme Court Dillon Judgment Policy Implications
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Does the Secretary of State agree that while we commend Wales for its impressive clean energy oversupply, we should focus on the lessons that offers for upgrading infrastructure across Wales and the rest of the United Kingdom?
Context
The question is prompted by the need to focus on lessons from clean energy oversupply in Wales for upgrading infrastructure across the UK.
Jo Stevens
Clearly, we need to continue our drive to invest more in energy infrastructure. We will deliver that energy independence only through the building of infrastructure.
Session: Clean Energy
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Does the Minister accept that if Pride in Place in Scotland is to mean anything, as with elsewhere in the UK, it must include targeted funding for high streets and town centres to bring long-term vacant premises back into productive use?
Context
There is a need for targeted funding in Scotland and the UK to bring long-term vacant premises back into productive use.
Kirsty McNeill
That is precisely one of the focuses of the Pride in Place programme. Our high streets have been neglected for far too long and are at the real heart of community pride. I am delighted that so many of the Pride in Place bids are focused on exactly that.
Session: Pride in Place Regeneration
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Does the Minister agree that policing in Northern Ireland has consistently showcased excellence, with some of the most courageous public service anywhere in the UK? The development of a new police college on a 54-acre site at Holywood represents a unique opportunity to build expertise. Will he agree to join me for a site meeting to discuss funding opportunities to develop that policing college in Northern Ireland?
Context
The speaker emphasizes the importance and excellence of policing in Northern Ireland, particularly the courage displayed by police officers. He also mentions a 54-acre site at Holywood for developing expertise.
Matthew Patrick
I would be very happy to join the hon. Member on that visit. He makes his case powerfully and rightly pays tribute to the brave men and women who serve in our police. I am sure that the Executive will have heard his case for the PSNI as well.
Session: Proposed Police Training College Kinnegar
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If he will have discussions with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the potential merits of providing funding for the development of a police training college at Kinnegar. The Police Service of Northern Ireland purchased the site in my constituency last year, and I believe this represents an opportunity to enhance policing.
Context
The speaker raises concerns about the potential benefits and development opportunities for a police training college at Kinnegar, highlighting its significance.
Matthew Patrick
We are all indebted to the men and women who serve in our police force, who work day in, day out to keep our communities safe. I know that the Police Service of Northern Ireland purchased the site in the hon. Member's constituency last year. He will know that policing and justice is devolved, so the next steps are for the PSNI and the Executive to discuss a way forward.
Session: Proposed Police Training College Kinnegar
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Will the Minister join me in paying tribute to the work of the food banks, not only in my constituency but across the United Kingdom, in stepping up to plug gaps for families? Does she accept that urgent improvements in respect of benefit transitions and deductions are needed to prevent households from being pushed abruptly into crisis?
Context
There is a need for recognition of the work done by food banks and urgent improvements in benefit transitions and deductions to prevent households from falling into crisis.
Lucy Rigby
I pay tribute to the work of food banks. We are committed to ending mass dependence on food parcels and have lifted the two-child limit on universal credit, which will result in the largest expected reduction in child poverty in a single Parliament since records began.
Session: Food Banks
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Does the Minister accept that if the Government were serious about reducing child poverty in Wales, and across the United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland, they would prioritise public spending on measures that directly reduce child poverty, in particular investment in social housing and childcare?
Context
If the Government were serious about reducing child poverty, they would prioritise public spending on measures that directly reduce child poverty, particularly investment in social housing and childcare.
Anna McMorrin
This Government are completely serious about reducing child poverty. I am proud that we are a Government who are putting children first. Remember, the decision the Tories took was not about the policy; it was simply about politics. We are putting children first.
Session: Child Poverty
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Does the Secretary of State agree that increased defence orders in Scotland have the potential to strengthen the defence industry and the industrial base across the whole of the United Kingdom, and will he make an assessment of the opportunities that that presents, in particular for Northern Ireland companies?
Context
The MP questions the opportunities presented by increased defence orders and asks about potential benefits for Northern Irish companies.
Douglas Alexander
I find myself in agreement with the hon. Gentleman. With that biggest sustained increase in defence expenditure since the cold war—not simply in Scotland, where defence supports about 12,000 Scottish jobs, but in Northern Ireland, Wales and England—there are real opportunities for a defence dividend.
Session: Defence Manufacturing Jobs
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Have the Government made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a mandatory standard service charge statement for leaseholders to ensure a clearer breakdown of costs and improve transparency in the administration of service charges?
Context
The question pertains to the potential introduction of a mandatory standard service charge statement for leaseholders to enhance transparency.
Steve Reed
I recognise the situation that the hon. Member describes. We have launched the consultations to cover the circumstances he describes, precisely so that we can end that kind of practice.
Session: Leasehold Reform
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Does the Minister agree that there is a clear need for a stronger role for Northern Ireland firms in the UK defence supply chain?
Context
Northern Ireland firms need more inclusion in UK defence supply chain.
Matthew Patrick
I absolutely accept that we can do even more to support such companies. The companies I have been meeting in relation to the defence growth deal have said that the opportunity to showcase the talent and expertise that exists in Northern Ireland is really important, and I want to support them in doing that.
Session: Defence Industrial Strategy 2025
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Can the Government do more to ensure proactive detection of this vile material, such as by using artificial intelligence tools and human moderators with specialist training in animal cruelty, so that such content is swiftly identified and removed, and put robust measures in place to prevent it from reappearing online?
Context
An ongoing issue with the use of artificial intelligence and human moderators to identify and remove harmful content.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology (Kanishka Narayan)
I thank the hon. Member for an apt question on this theme. As I mentioned, animal cruelty is a priority offence under the law. Platforms must take proactive steps, including to assess risk before it pertains and to remove content where it clearly falls foul of the law. The Government will keep making sure that enforcement through the regulator and via platforms continues at pace.
Session: Torture of Animals Online Content
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Will the Minister consider introducing minimum design and safety standards for e-bike batteries to reduce the risk of overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting?
Context
E-bike users face risks from overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting of batteries.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Kate Dearden)
Our product safety laws require products supplied in the UK to be safe, whether they are sold online or on the high street. The Product Regulation and Metrology Act received Royal Assent earlier this year, giving us powers to update product safety laws where necessary to adapt to new technologies and emerging product risks.
Session: e-Bike Batteries
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Is it not the reality that this legislation has failed to win the confidence of many who served, and that we now need clear, robust protections against repeated investigations so that we honour our veterans in practice and not just in rhetoric?
Context
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill was introduced to replace the failed legacy act. However, it has not yet won confidence among veterans.
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
Those protections, including against repeated investigations, are clearly set out in the Bill that the House gave a Second Reading to yesterday. I hope that, as people come to understand that they are there and how they work, they will offer the reassurance that the hon. Gentleman is looking for.
Session: Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023
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What is the Government’s assessment of the current protocols regarding the comprehensive risk assessments, and can the public be assured that the existing policies on IPP sentences are safeguarding the community effectively?
Context
The question follows discussions about the challenges faced by those serving Imprisonment for Public Protection sentences and seeks assurance on the effectiveness of current protocols regarding comprehensive risk assessments.
David Lammy (Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice)
That is why we have to put public protection first and there has to be a robust risk assessment. We require the Parole Board in particular to make very sensitive assessments. People cannot leave prison unless we are confident that they will not go on to commit further crimes. That is the assessment we ask the Parole Board and others in the prison system to make.
Session: Imprisonment for Public Protection
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What steps is the Secretary of State taking to ensure that Intertrade UK operates independently and transparently? What indicators is he using to measure growth in trade within the UK internal market? Will he commit to publicising an independent assessment of the barriers the Northern Ireland protocol has on trade within the UK?
Context
The establishment of Intertrade UK under the 'Safeguarding the Union' initiative to advise on trade and investment within the UK.
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
A range of organisations, including Intertrade UK, are assessing the impact of the Windsor framework. The Government is committed to publishing Lord Murphy’s report on this issue. Intertrade UK operates independently and submits advice as it sees fit.
Session: Intertrade UK
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In assessing the impact of the 10-year plan on perinatal health for England, can the Minister assure us that the lessons learned will be shared across the rest of the United Kingdom to enhance care quality and reduce regional disparities, especially in Northern Ireland?
Context
The question is about sharing the learning from the perinatal health initiatives in England with other parts of the United Kingdom, particularly Northern Ireland.
The Minister for Secondary Care (Karin Smyth)
The hon. Gentleman makes an excellent point about the important need to share the learning across the United Kingdom, and I will make sure that we do indeed make efforts to do that.
Session: 10-Year Health Plan Perinatal Mental Health
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In the light of the tragic loss of young mother Sarah Montgomery, who was seven months pregnant, due to violence, which has left two young girls without a mother and impacted the entire community of Donaghadee in my constituency, do the Government agree that early interventions, particularly through early education, are essential? Furthermore, can we look at intensifying our efforts to prevent domestic violence against women and young girls and at increasing sentences to deter that type of crime?
Context
The Member raises the tragic case of Sarah Montgomery, a young mother who died due to violence while pregnant.
Alex Davies-Jones
I thank the hon. Member for raising this case, which will have hit all of us incredibly hard. It is horrific and just goes to show that violence against women and girls is at epidemic levels in every corner of the United Kingdom, not just in England and Wales. I am due to meet my counterparts across the devolved nations shortly to figure out exactly how we can best join up to tackle this issue as a whole, because it will take a societal response. If the hon. Member wants to meet me to discuss this further, I would be happy to do so.
Session: Topical Questions
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How do the Government assess the implementation of a flat rate in terms of improving fairness and simplification for all involved, reducing administrative costs and encouraging compliance?
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Easton asked about the fairness, simplification, reduction in administrative costs, and encouragement of compliance with a flat rate system.
James Murray (The Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury)
One of the principles behind the reforms is to tackle issues of compliance by simplifying the system. The consultation is currently open for anyone interested in contributing towards these reforms to make their views known.
Session: Betting and Gaming Duty Horseracing
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Will the Minister set up a meeting with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland to consider creating a trade fair focusing on trade between Northern Ireland businesses and Scottish businesses? That would create networks, would possibly create jobs, and would be great for the economy in both Northern Ireland and Scotland. It would certainly go down well with businesses in North Down and right across the UK.
Context
The MP seeks a trade fair to promote economic co-operation, focusing on trade between businesses in the two regions.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland (Kirsty McNeill)
I would be delighted to see more trade between Scotland and Northern Ireland. I will happily meet colleagues in the Northern Ireland Office to explore that.
Session: Economic Co-operation Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Does the Minister agree that probation services in North Down and across the UK often exceed their duties, providing extensive support to individuals in need? Furthermore, does he agree that it is essential to allocate resources for substance abuse treatment, so that young offenders have access to personalised services?
Context
The Minister was asked about the extent of duties performed by probation services in North Down and across the UK, with a focus on providing support for substance abuse treatment.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Sir Nicholas Dakin)
I agree wholeheartedly. It is very important that substance abuse is properly tackled. Probation services and youth offending teams do a lot of work in that space.
Session: Reoffending Young Offenders
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Given the significance of trade relationships between Northern Ireland and Wales, particularly in agriculture and textiles, can we ensure that any economic prosperity for Wales is beneficial for Northern Ireland as well?
Context
The MP inquired about ensuring economic prosperity for both Wales and Northern Ireland, particularly focusing on trade relationships between the two regions.
The Secretary of State for Wales (Jo Stevens)
As I said, the Government are determined to see growth right across the United Kingdom, in all four nations. The relationship between Wales and Northern Ireland is very strong, and long may that continue.
Session: Economic Growth
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Will he give a commitment that he will speak with ministers about ensuring construction of the police college at Kinnegar?
Context
Police recruitment issues and the lack of a new police college are pressing concerns.
Hilary Benn
That is an issue for the Executive. The position on funding has improved; more money from the Budget is given to the PSNI and UK Government increased security funding.
Session: Budget
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Does he agree that the police service in Northern Ireland needs more funding? Has he had discussions with the Justice Minister to resolve this issue?
Context
The budget resources for the Justice Minister are short, preventing sufficient recruitment of PSNI officers. This is a concern given recent disorder.
Hilary Benn
As the hon. Member will be aware, decisions about the allocation of the Northern Ireland budget rest with the Northern Ireland Executive. Funds go to the Justice Minister, who then decides principally how much to pass on to the policing board for policing costs and how much to deal with the justice system and the prisons.
Session: Budget Sustainability Plan
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Police Service of Northern Ireland Training College — [Sir Roger Gale in the Chair]
09 June 2026
Responding: Matthew Patrick
Main Concerns
['Alex Easton highlighted the urgent need for a modern single-site police college in North Down to address the aging facilities at Garnerville and improve training quality. He noted that the current split-site model is inefficient, costly, and inadequate for meeting future security challenges. The existing campus faces significant maintenance issues with only about 10 years of realistic lifespan left.']
Specific Asks
['Easton called on the Government to provide the necessary funding for a new training college in North Down as part of their national security framework. He urged the Minister to recognize this as an essential investment to ensure effective policing across the UK, improve officer morale and recruitment, and enhance cooperation with national security partners.']
1994 RAF Chinook Crash
26 November 2025
Responding: Louise Sandher-Jones
Main Concerns
['The crash on 2 June 1994 killed nine military officers, ten RUC special branch officers, five MI5 officers, a senior civil servant and four RAF members. The investigations have raised concerns over gaps in evidence, missing documents, incomplete briefings and withheld information.']
Specific Asks
['The hon. Member demands a full public inquiry with statutory powers to compel witnesses and access all relevant material including sealed documentation for clarity and justice.']
Police Funding — [Sir Roger Gale in the Chair]
05 November 2024
Responding: Fleur Anderson
Main Concerns
['The hon. Member is deeply concerned about the underfunding of the Police Service of Northern Ireland since 2010, noting that while other budgets have increased significantly, policing has faced cuts. He highlights a £166 million funding gap for 2025-26 and further gaps in subsequent years. The hon. Member also mentions diminishing neighbourhood policing, prolonged response times, reduced crime investigation capacity, closing inquiry offices, and compromised support for partner organisations.']
Specific Asks
['The hon. Member asks the Government to address the £37 million funding gap through the monitoring round, increase the budget baseline for sustainable funding, and approve the business case to enable police headcounts to recover to previous levels. He challenges the Government to conduct a comprehensive review of policing budgets.']
Belfast: Violent Disorder
10 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - Motion to carry over the bill to next Session
27 April 2026
Bill Debate
Contributed to this debate
The amendment seeks to ensure that proceedings on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill continue into the next parliamentary session. The Bill is essential to address the legacy of the troubles, which ha...
Dunmurry Police Station Attack
27 April 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
NHS Dentists 2026-02-05
05 February 2026
Adjournment Debate
Led by this MP
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...
Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy and Reconciliation 2026-01-21
21 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Nigeria Freedom of Religion or Belief 2026-01-13
13 January 2026
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
It is a great pleasure to lead this debate on Government support for freedom of religion or belief in Nigeria; I hope that we have some good debate. Recent events have thrown a spotlight on Nigeria in...
Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy and Reconciliation 2025-12-17
17 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that they will not push their remedial order to a vote until the Supreme Court has finally ruled, considering the potential legal implications of proceeding without full dete...
Illegal Migrants Unknown Whereabouts 2025-12-09
09 December 2025
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
The scale of illegal immigration and its impact on our country is simply not understood in this Parliament. British people are genuinely scared—women fear going into their towns alone, parents worry a...
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 2025-11-18
18 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Northern Ireland Troubles 2025-10-14
14 October 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
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26.5% of votes
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11 Sep 2026
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Closure motion
Ayes: 293
Noes: 218
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11 Sep 2026
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Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 270
Noes: 286
Failed
10 Sep 2026
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Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 77
Noes: 292
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09 Sep 2026
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Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
Ayes: 371
Noes: 100
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08 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
Ayes: 79
Noes: 300
Failed
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
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08 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
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08 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
Ayes: 162
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Failed
07 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 6
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 145
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Motion to sit in private
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
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Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
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01 Jul 2026
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Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
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01 Jul 2026
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Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
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01 Jul 2026
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
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Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
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Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
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24 Jun 2026
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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
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23 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
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23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
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23 Jun 2026
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Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
Noes: 317
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
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16 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 77
Noes: 255
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16 Jun 2026
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 151
Noes: 258
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
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16 Jun 2026
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Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ayes: 262
Noes: 86
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24 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
Ayes: 69
Noes: 279
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
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23 Feb 2026
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
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 NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
11 Feb 2026
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Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
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11 Feb 2026
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Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
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PMQs Asked
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Ministerial Questions Asked
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House of Commons Debates Involved
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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
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+109% above average
This MP:
28
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+19% above average
This MP:
3
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+250% above average
This MP:
17
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 (%)
-28% below average
This MP:
50.0
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 Easton's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.