Alice Macdonald
MP for Norwich North
Labour (Co-op)
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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Norfolk is a dental desert, which is causing real suffering for my constituents. I welcome Government action so far, including 21,000 extra urgent emergency appointments, but we are the only region without a dental school. The University of East Anglia is ready to open one. Can the Prime Minister set out what more we will do as a Government to tackle the dentistry crisis? Will he back our calls for a new dental school in our region?
Context
The question addresses the need for a dental school in Norfolk to address the shortage of dentists and improve access to dental care.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
Since day one, my hon. Friend has fought for her constituents on this issue, and I pay tribute to her for that. I agree that the University of East Anglia would be an excellent candidate for any future additional funded dentistry places available. We are also reforming contracts and making sure that dentists spend more time working in the NHS, delivering thousands of extra appointments to fix the failure we were left with.
Session: PMQs
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Will the Minister join me in celebrating apprentices throughout our United Kingdom, and will he explain how we will support the next generation of skilled workers in this vital industry?
Context
Apprenticeships in the defence industry offer opportunities for young people.
Matthew Patrick
I am happy to join my hon. Friend in doing that. Just last week I visited Mallaghan, where four apprentices were being given incredible opportunities as a result of taking up their jobs, and I am sure they would agree with my hon. Friend's assessment.
Session: Defence Industrial Strategy 2025
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I welcome the investment the Government have made in rail, including East West Rail, but there are still several projects that would hugely benefit passengers and the local economy in the east. Those include upgrading the Trowse swing bridge near Norwich and, of course, Ely and Haughley junctions. Will the Chief Secretary to the Treasury meet me and other colleagues from the east of England to discuss how we can advance those key infrastructure projects for the region?
Context
East West Rail is a project that would benefit passengers and the local economy in Norfolk. Trowse swing bridge near Norwich and Ely and Haughley junctions are specific areas needing upgrade.
James Murray (Chief Secretary to the Treasury)
East West Rail is a transformational project that will unlock economic growth and housing. Just yesterday, I was glad to host a representative from East West Rail at an infrastructure roundtable at the Treasury with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government. My hon. Friend is another powerful advocate for her local area, and I will happily discuss this matter with the Rail Minister and get back to her.
Session: Rail Infrastructure
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Recently, I visited Mile Cross with local councillors and members of Mile Cross Litterbusters, a local voluntary group that does excellent work to clean up the area, but they really should not have to. Fly-tipping is a real challenge in this area and in other parts of Norwich, so I welcome the pledge to increase neighbourhood police officers. Can the Minister assure me that they will have the powers and presence to be able to tackle fly-tipping, can she advise on any other measures that could be taken to crack down on this issue that blights so many neighbourhoods?
Context
The MP visited Mile Cross with local councillors and members of Mile Cross Litterbusters, a voluntary group tackling antisocial behaviour hotspots. She mentions that fly-tipping is a challenge in the area.
The Minister for Policing and Crime (Sarah Jones)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise this issue. It is an issue in my constituency, and I suspect in many across the country, and the scourge of fly-tipping must be tackled. Through the Crime and Policing Bill, we are putting in place new statutory enforcement guidance for local authorities on what is to be expected by them in tackling antisocial behaviour. Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has an ongoing review of the powers that local authorities and the police have to seize vehicles and crush them when we have prolific offenders of this awful crime.
Session: Neighbourhood Police Officers
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As the Minister has said, nurseries are an important part of the childcare picture. Last month, I visited Mousehold infant and nursery school, which—thanks to the funding it has received from this Government—has been able to double the number of places it offers to families in Norwich North. The team there told me how this will make a real difference, as did families. Will the Minister join me in thanking the fantastic team at Mousehold, and expand a bit further on the steps being taken to ensure that more provision like this is accessible to families in my constituency and beyond?
Context
Alice Macdonald mentions the expansion of nursery provision in her constituency, highlighting the positive impact on families and early childhood development.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education (Olivia Bailey)
Absolutely—I thank the brilliant team at Mousehold, who are so dedicated to giving every child the help and support they need. This Government want every child to have the best start in life, which is why we have expanded childcare entitlements, are supporting schools to open new nurseries, and—after the Conservative party dismantled them—are bringing back family hubs in every community in our country.
Session: Childcare Affordability
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The east of England has a unique energy mix from offshore wind, hydrogen and nuclear. I welcome the game-changing investment in Sizewell C today. Can I ask specifically about wind? A new report from EastWind and Opergy says that in the east of England, we need more than 6,500 extra offshore wind farm workers. Does the Secretary of State agree that the east of England is central to our energy mission, and can he outline how we will deliver those skilled jobs?
Context
A new report from EastWind and Opergy highlights the need for over 6,500 additional offshore wind farm workers in the east of England to support its unique energy mix.
Ed Miliband
The east of England will be a clean energy powerhouse for the country. My hon. Friend raises an important issue about workforce, and we will be publishing the workforce plan soon.
Session: Topical Questions
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Many of my constituents are concerned that too often new estates go up without the necessary infrastructure, whether that is schools, GP surgeries or even playgrounds. Does the Secretary of State agree that it is vital to address this issue?
Context
Constituents are concerned that new estates lack necessary infrastructure, such as schools and GP surgeries.
The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government (Angela Rayner)
I absolutely agree with my hon. Friend. The Government are committed to strengthening the system of developer contributions to ensure that new developments provide the necessary infrastructure that communities expect. We will set out further details in due course. Earlier I mentioned the changes to the national planning policy framework that were announced in December, and we will also support the increased provision and modernisation of various types of public infrastructure.
Session: Topical Questions
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We are already leading in the development of electric aircraft and the early availability of sustainable aviation fuel, but we could do so much more to unlock growth and deliver jobs. Will the Minister outline how this Government will support aviation in the east? I am due to meet him soon, but will he also come to Norwich, take a flight in an electric plane and see what innovation is under way?
Context
SaxonAir, Norwich airport and Norfolk and Suffolk county councils launched Aviation East to make East Anglia the heart of aviation innovation. The region is leading in electric aircraft development and sustainable aviation fuel.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Mike Kane)
This Government want to see the UK maximise the benefits of the future of flight technologies, including flying taxis, both for the economy and for communities. We recently announced over £20 million of Government funding for the Civil Aviation Authority and the future flight challenge to deliver the future flight programme this year. That joint programme between industry, Government and the CAA will enhance drone capability by 2027, with flying taxis in the UK’s skies by 2028. I would be delighted to visit Norwich and the airport in my hon. Friend’s constituency.
Session: Aviation Sector
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Following on from the earlier question, will the Minister confirm that supporting women and girls is a ministerial priority and that we will continue funding vital programmes that support women and girls in many areas?
Context
The International Development (Gender Equality) Act requires due regard to spending aid in a way that contributes to gender equality.
Stephen Doughty (The Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
Women and girls will remain at the heart of our programming. Equality impact assessments are an essential part of how we make decisions on ODA allocations. I can assure my hon. Friend that equality impact assessments are an essential part of how we make decisions on ODA allocations.
Session: Official Development Assistance Budget
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Norfolk and Waveney integrated care board is consulting once again on closing Norwich’s walk-in centre. It asked the same question two years ago and the city and Norfolk said, “No, we want to save our walk-in centre.” Does the Minister agree on the importance of walk-in centres, and in the context of devolution, how will we ensure that ICBs heed what residents say?
Context
The MP mentioned that the Norfolk and Waveney integrated care board is consulting again on closing Norwich’s walk-in centre despite previous objections from residents.
The Minister for Secondary Care (Karin Smyth)
My hon. Friend is right to campaign on behalf of her constituents to make sure that more services are delivered in communities. We want to see services brought out of hospital and into local communities. It is up to the ICB to decide how those are commissioned, but we will certainly make sure that, as part of our commitments under our 10-year plan, we see more of those sorts of services working together in neighbourhoods.
Session: English Devolution Integrated Care Boards
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My constituent, Mr Alan Kirkham, has been badly affected by the infected blood scandal. He was infected with hepatitis C from a blood transfusion in 1983. I met Alan recently, and he has been campaigning for justice for years. Will the Minister welcome and pay tribute to the work of campaigners like Alan? Can he provide assurances that we are working at pace to deliver compensation? Will he consider fast-tracking older and more vulnerable people?
Context
Mr Alan Kirkham, a constituent of Alice Macdonald, was infected with hepatitis C from a blood transfusion in 1983 and has been campaigning for justice.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (The Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
I will certainly pay tribute to Alan and to the work of all campaigners over decades. I am restless for progress, and I will support the Infected Blood Compensation Authority to deliver compensation as quickly as possible. On fast-tracking for specific claimants, last week IBCA set out details of how it is prioritising claims from infected people nearing the end of their life.
Session: Infected Blood Compensation Scheme
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As the Minister will be aware, nutrient neutrality has had a big impact on Norfolk, holding up many homes and planning applications. The launch of the Norfolk nutrient mitigation fund has helped to make a difference, but we need more environmental solutions. Will the Minister update us on what else we will be doing to address nutrient neutrality, so that good homes and growth can be unlocked in our local area?
Context
Nutrient neutrality has impacted Norfolk, holding up many homes and planning applications. The launch of the Norfolk nutrient mitigation fund has helped but more environmental solutions are needed.
Matthew Pennycook
We are supporting a range of targeted interventions to deal with constraints such as nutrient neutrality. In the longer term, the measures in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill that introduce the nature restoration fund will allow us to provide a win-win for both development and nature, dealing with constraints such as nutrient neutrality and unlocking the development of new homes.
Session: Topical Questions
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Antisocial behaviour comes in a variety of forms. Norfolk police have recently made it a priority to address safety concerns about e-bikes and e-scooters. In just one day, they reportedly seized 12 illegally modified bikes in Norwich. I welcome that crackdown, but speeding e-bikes and e-scooters are a real menace in our city centre. Will the Home Secretary expand on the measures that we will take to tackle speeding and illegally modified e-bikes and e-scooters?
Context
The MP highlighted a recent crackdown on e-bikes and e-scooters by Norfolk police, seizing illegally modified bikes in Norwich. She noted that these vehicles are causing issues like speeding and threatening the safety of residents.
The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Yvette Cooper)
My hon. Friend is right to raise this issue, which causes havoc and can be really threatening for people in the local community. That is why we will strengthen the law by supporting the police to take stronger action on off-road bikes, and by introducing respect orders so that we can ban repeat offenders from town centres and tackle the antisocial behaviour that has blighted communities for far too long.
Session: Antisocial Behaviour
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In Norwich, we have many amazing businesses such as the Norwich Glass Company, Café 193 and Great Eastern Model Railways that I visited recently. One of the challenges that they, the Norfolk chamber of commerce and the Federation of Small Businesses have raised is attracting skilled staff. Will the Secretary of State set out how the Government's skills plan will support such businesses to attract the staff they need?
Context
Businesses in Norwich face challenges in attracting skilled staff, a concern also raised by the Norfolk chamber of commerce and the Federation of Small Businesses.
Jonathan Reynolds
I recognise what my hon. Friend is saying in her question, which is that skills will be one of the biggest, if not the biggest issue for businesses going forward.
Session: Topical Questions
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Small and medium-sized businesses come in many forms, from microbusinesses to community interest companies and co-operatives. Often, co-operative and mutual business models are overlooked. Norwich has a proud history of co-operatives. Will the Secretary of State reassure me that co-operative and mutual business models will be properly included in this Government's much-needed push to support small and medium-sized businesses?
Context
The question highlights the unique contribution of co-operative business models, particularly in Norwich's historical context.
Jonathan Reynolds
I very much welcome my hon. Friend's question. My area on the eastern side of Greater Manchester has, like hers, a huge history of co-operatives and mutuals. The diversity in business models that they bring is a huge strength; they bring different things to the market and different ways of doing business. The resilience in co-operative models is particularly attractive. I can assure her that they form part of the Government's wider strategy. Our ambition is to double mutuals' size in the economy. The Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade, my hon. Friend the Member for Harrow West (Gareth Thomas), the small business Minister, is leading on that work, and I would love my hon. Friend and businesses from her area to be involved in it.
Session: Small and Medium-sized Businesses
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Has the Minister made an assessment of extending relevant financial support, such as pupil premium plus, to all children in kinship care?
Context
Kinship carers in Norwich face significant financial challenges, and a report highlights inaccessible and complex support systems.
Janet Daby
The Government acknowledges the crucial role of kinship carers and is expanding virtual school heads schemes. The Department will continue to review matters to ensure appropriate support for children, but has not provided a specific assessment on extending financial support like pupil premium plus.
Session: Support for Kinship Carers
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What steps is she taking to improve support for kinship carers? I recently met kinship carers who do amazing work but struggle financially due to inaccessible and complex support systems, such as pupil premium plus. Has the Minister assessed extending financial support to all children in kinship care?
Context
Kinship carers in Norwich face significant financial and emotional challenges while doing an essential job. The 'Forgotten' report by Kinship highlights issues with current support structures.
Janet Daby
Supporting kinship placements is critical, and a £40 million trial has been announced for a kinship allowance. The Government acknowledges the crucial role of kinship carers but states that while reviewing financial support, the focus remains on collaboration between schools and kinship carers to ensure children receive appropriate assistance.
Session: Support for Kinship Carers
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Innovation plays a key role in tackling hunger. Can the Minister expand on what efforts we are taking to tackle hunger and how we are supporting innovators such as Alora, based at Norwich Research Park, which is using revolutionary technology to create the world's first ocean agriculture system?
Context
The question relates to efforts being made by the UK government to tackle global hunger through innovative means, including supporting specific local initiatives such as Alora.
Anneliese Dodds
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for raising this. We have incredible facilities in Norwich working on agricultural innovation, and they are important not only for global food production but for UK farmers. The research is used intensively by our local farmers as well as by others globally.
Session: Topical Questions
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I met with the Minister recently to discuss knife crime and county lines exploitation, which are serious issues for young people. Can she provide more details on how the Government intend to support organisations such as the Joe Dix Foundation that work tirelessly in this area?
Context
Knife crime and exploitation of young people through county lines is a significant issue in Norwich. Local organizations like the Joe Dix Foundation work to prevent these issues.
Diana R. Johnson
We are working through the Home Office programme to target exploitative gangs and provide specialist support for children involved in county line activities. Our young futures programme aims to establish prevention partnerships across local authorities to identify at-risk individuals.
Session: Young People Violent Crime
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I am concerned about the increase in knife crime and the involvement of young people in county lines, which is a significant issue in Norwich. Can you reassure me that the Government are investing all they can in preventive measures and explain what support is being provided to organisations like the Joe Dix Foundation?
Context
Knife crime has increased over the last decade, affecting families and communities. The Joe Dix Foundation works locally to combat county lines exploitation.
Diana R. Johnson
I met with my hon. Friend recently to discuss this issue. Organisations such as the Joe Dix Foundation do amazing work to help keep people safe and prevent them from joining county line gangs. Through our Home Office programme, we are targeting exploitative gangs and providing specialist support for children and young people. Our new young futures programme will establish prevention partnerships in every local authority to identify at-risk individuals.
Session: Young People Violent Crime
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In summer 2023, I spoke to Rachel, who suffers from endometriosis. She was told that she might have to wait 18 months for urgent surgery. She is still waiting. In fact, she has had the menopause induced to help tackle her symptoms. Can the Minister tell me what the Government are doing to improve the diagnosis and treatment of women, including Rachel, who have had to wait far too long?
Context
A patient named Rachel was told she might have to wait up to 18 months for urgent surgery due to endometriosis.
Karin Smyth
My hon. Friend makes an excellent point on behalf of Rachel and many other women suffering from this disease. We are looking urgently at gynaecological waiting lists.
Session: Topical Questions
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When I spoke to the chief constable of Norfolk constabulary recently, he told me that if a suspect were arrested and charged today with a serious sexual offence such as rape, the Crown court trial could commence in the spring of 2026, which is more than a year away. That is totally unacceptable. What can the Minister do to reassure women in Norfolk who are waiting for their cases to be heard?
Context
There is a backlog in Crown court trials for serious sexual offences such as rape, causing significant distress to victims.
Jess Phillips
It is indeed totally unacceptable, and it is, I am afraid, a legacy of a totally failed justice system. We know that owing to the complexity of the system, rape victims are often left to wait disproportionately longer than others who are already waiting too long. In our manifesto we committed ourselves to fast-tracking rape cases. We are carefully considering the best way to do that, along with colleagues at the Ministry of Justice who lead on this work, and we will announce our plans in due course.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls
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If unlocked, Anglia Square, a significant brownfield site in the constituency of my hon. Friend the Member for Norwich South (Clive Lewis), could provide more than 1,000 homes and many jobs. The last Government failed to support the progression of this important site. Can my right hon. Friend tell me what local authorities such as Norwich city council can expect from this Government's approach to delivering brownfield sites with partners?
Context
The MP is questioning the government's support for a specific brownfield site, Anglia Square, which could provide over 1,000 homes and many jobs.
Darren Jones
I thank my hon. Friend for her follow-up question and welcome her to her place. As she knows from the Chancellor and the Deputy Prime Minister, this Government take seriously our target to deliver 1.5 million new homes, and we will look at each and every opportunity across the country to do so. That includes making improvements to the system of developer contributions for community benefit to support the delivery of affordable housing and local infrastructure.
Session: Planning Reform Fiscal Steps
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What fiscal steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to reform the planning system?
Context
The MP is asking about fiscal measures the government is taking to reform the planning system, focusing on delivering new homes and economic growth.
Darren Jones
We have committed ourselves to delivering 1.5 million new homes as part of our mission to achieve economic growth across the country, and we have already announced reforms of national planning policy that will help to get Britain building. They include the reintroduction of mandatory housing targets, and the removal of the effective ban on onshore wind in England.
Session: Planning Reform Fiscal Steps
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Will the Secretary of State meet to discuss the University of East Anglia's proposal for a new dental school? The east of England has only 36 dentists per 100,000 people compared with the national average of 53, making it a dental desert.
Context
The MP addresses the lack of dental training facilities in Norfolk.
Wes Streeting
The Secretary acknowledged Norfolk's poor dentistry coverage and expressed willingness to work with partners. He also stated awareness of the University of East Anglia's proposals and welcomed a meeting.
Session: NHS Dental Contracting Framework
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Anti-social Behaviour: East of England
11 March 2025
Responding: Dame Diana Johnson
Main Concerns
['Last year, the police recorded 1 million incidents of antisocial behaviour nationally. In Norfolk, there were 8,800 ASB cases reported between 2023 and 2024. The hon. Member highlighted various forms of antisocial behaviour such as fly tipping, littering, loud music at all hours, nuisance neighbours, uncontrolled animals, off-road bikes, graffiti on public spaces, vandalism in parks, and derelict sites becoming hotspots for illegal activities.']
Specific Asks
['Alice Macdonald welcomes the measures set out by the Government in the Crime and Policing Bill but asks the Minister to reassure that respect orders will indeed give authorities the powers they need. She also seeks assurance on the recruitment of 13,000 neighbourhood officers and funding package provided resulting in more police officers visible in Norfolk streets.']
Impact of Conflict on Women and Girls
09 January 2025
Responding: Anneliese Dodds
Main Concerns
['According to the UN, in 2023 an estimated 612 million women and girls lived within 50 km of a conflict—an increase of 41% since 2015. This number is more than the population of the United States of America and Brazil combined. Women are dying because of the impact of war, with the proportion of women killed in armed conflicts doubling in 2023 compared to the previous year. Sexual violence in conflict has also risen dramatically, with UN-verified cases soaring by 50%.']
Specific Asks
['The UK must champion the protection of education in conflict zones and hold governments and militias accountable when they attack schools or use them for military purposes. The Government should support calls to recognise what is happening as gender apartheid and pursue it through the UN so that it is treated as a war crime.']
Local Power Plan
10 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Youth Unemployment 2026-01-28
28 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Helen Whately argues that youth unemployment is rising due to the Labour Government's policies, such as increasing employer’s National Insurance contributions, reducing business rates relief for retai...
Business of the House 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Mr. Norman discussed various topics including the launch of a new autonomous robotics degree at his constituency's university, criticised the hon. Member for Clacton for attending Davos, raised concer...
Offshore Wind 2026-01-14
14 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Rights of Women and Girls Afghanistan 2026-01-05
05 January 2026
Adjournment Debate
Led by this MP
I am pleased to bring forward this debate on Government support for the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan because, put simply, the situation for women and girls there is catastrophic. Since com...
Planning Reform 2025-12-16
16 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Violence against Women and Girls Strategy 2025-12-15
15 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the violence against women and girls strategy will be published this Thursday, despite it being delayed three times this year? What steps are being taken to ensure the s...
Sudan Humanitarian Situation 2025-12-15
15 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the UK Government will take further action on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, including addressing cuts to overseas development assistance, supporting international at...
Business of the House 2025-12-04
04 December 2025
General Debate
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Expressed sorrow at Sir John Stanley's death, congratulated Joe Root on his test century, criticised the Government for not supporting economic growth with their Budget and for the Prime Minister misu...
Budget Resolutions 2025-11-27
27 November 2025
General Debate
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The Chancellor is destroying the economy by putting up taxes, which has led to increased unemployment, diminished living standards, higher inflation and lost fiscal headroom. Labour's economic policy,...
Attendance
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Closure motion
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Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
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Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
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Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
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Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
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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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Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
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Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
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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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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
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Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
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Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
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Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
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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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National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
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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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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
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Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
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24 Feb 2026
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Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
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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
1
PMQs Asked
24
Ministerial Questions Asked
57
House of Commons Debates Involved
2
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
-73% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+79% above average
This MP:
24
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-20% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1073% above average
This MP:
57
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 (%)
+36% above average
This MP:
93.9
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 Alice Macdonald's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.