Andrew Gwynne
MP for Gorton and Denton
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Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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In some jurisdictions, Ministers routinely publish their tax returns. The Prime Minister voluntarily published his UK tax return last year. Does he agree that Ministers of the Crown should publish their tax returns as a matter of course, and has he ever filed any returns in the USA that have not been published?
Context
In some jurisdictions, Ministers routinely publish their tax returns.
Rishi Sunak
I do not think that would be proportionate or appropriate. In keeping with long-standing tradition, I voluntarily published my tax returns, as did the Chancellor.
Assessment
Publishing all future tax returns
Not Addressing Publishing Future Returns
Session: PMQs
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Yesterday, the Conservative candidate for the Wellingborough by-election revealed that the Conservative party had offered her a deal to be the candidate if the previous Member—her partner—stood down without a fuss. Just last week, the Prime Minister said that 'Candidate selection is done locally' in his party, so would he like to deny that this secret deal was offered?
Context
The Conservative candidate for the Wellingborough by-election revealed that the Conservative party had offered her a deal to be the candidate if the previous Member—her partner—stood down without a fuss.
Rishi Sunak
As I said last week, in our party candidate selection is done locally.
Session: PMQs
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If I had £1 for every time I had heard the Prime Minister's weak excuses, I would be able to pay the former Chancellor's tax Bill. It was last July that it was reported that the National Crime Agency had investigated the right hon. Member for Stratford-on-Avon (Nadhim Zahawi). The then Prime Minister knew. The media knew. We all knew. It is inconceivable that the current Prime Minister did not know, so why did he choose to ignore it?
Context
The National Crime Agency investigated the right hon. Member for Stratford-on-Avon, Nadhim Zahawi, last July. The then Prime Minister knew about it, as did the media and others.
Rishi Sunak
I appointed an independent adviser to fully examine the matter, establish facts and report back. That is the process that the Labour party called for, and that is the process that we followed.
Assessment
Specific reasons why he chose to ignore it were not provided
Session: PMQs
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What more is the Minister doing to ensure early diagnosis, access to trials, and support for life sciences to transform dementia outcomes?
Context
Dementia and Alzheimer's disease remain the largest cause of death in the UK, and there was a pledge to fund dementia research.
Andrew Griffith
Dementia is a crippling disease for so many people, and will touch so many people's lives. The Health Secretary and I recently hosted the heads of the Dementia Mission at No. 10 Downing Street to announce more funding, and I should be happy to meet the hon. Member and any representatives of dementia organisations in his constituency.
Session: Life Sciences Manufacturing
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I welcome the Government's efforts to deploy UK aid flights and airdrops into Gaza, but can the Minister explain what the Government are doing to increase the number of UK aid shipments and access to Ashdod port?
Context
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with scenes of children dying from hunger. The questioner acknowledges UK efforts but seeks more substantial measures.
Leo Docherty
We seek an increased flow not just through air but also by road and sea. We have been instrumental in setting up the humanitarian pier, commending the RFA Cardigan Bay for its role in delivering life support to those involved in the pier's delivery.
Session: Middle East Aid Delivery
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What steps he is taking to help support the delivery of aid to the middle east. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza requires immediate action and increased aid flows through multiple routes.
Context
The question addresses the urgent need for humanitarian support in Gaza, noting that there has been only one shipment of UK aid in over six months.
Leo Docherty
We are working alongside partners and international organisations to enable the Cypriot maritime aid corridor initiative. We have had 11 airdrops delivering over 110 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza in concert with Jordanian friends, and we hope for increased deliveries via all three routes including the humanitarian pier.
Session: Middle East Aid Delivery
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With fares up and cancellations at a record high, rail passengers are crying out for change. In my patch, Reddish South and Denton stations are served by just one train a week. I would like a train service that meets our needs. Is it because he cannot deliver or thinks Labour will?
Context
Fares have increased, and cancellations are at a record high. The rail system needs urgent attention to meet the needs of passengers.
Huw Merriman
The pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Rail Reform Bill is ongoing, and the Government's approach involves working with operators for better performance. The Labour party's plan would nationalise the railways.
Session: Reliability of Rail Services
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I am grateful for that reply. Labour is the party of women's equality. The previous Labour Government did more to advance equality than any other, and the next one will match that record. We are committed to supporting women experiencing menopause to thrive at work by requiring large employers to adopt menopause action plans. Will the Minister do the same?
Context
Labour's commitment to advancing equality is mentioned, highlighting the previous government's efforts. The MP raises concerns about requiring large employers to adopt menopause action plans.
Maria Caulfield
As usual, this Government have already done all of that work. In England we have the Wellbeing of Women pledge, which the NHS, the civil service and this Parliament have signed. We will take no lectures from Labour on women's health. While we have had a women's health strategy for two years, Labour-run Wales has no health plan for women.
Session: Menopause Workplace Support
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What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support women experiencing menopause at work?
Context
The question arises from the need to support women facing challenges in their workplace due to menopause. The MP highlights the importance of addressing this issue.
Maria Caulfield
In March last year we appointed Helen Tomlinson as the Government's first ever menopause employment champion. She has been working up and down the country, visiting businesses large and small and giving them advice on policies to support menopausal women in the workplace. She recently published her 12-month review, “Shattering the Silence about Menopause”.
Session: Menopause Workplace Support
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With the abolition of national insurance costing around £46 billion over time, what discussions has your Department had with the Treasury about funding these benefit calculations?
Context
The Chancellor has announced plans to abolish national insurance, which could cost £46 billion. National insurance contributions are crucial for calculating benefits such as maternity allowance, jobseeker's allowance, employment and support allowance, bereavement benefits, basic state pension, and the new state pension.
Mel Stride
The Chancellor's aspiration to abolish national insurance is seen as scaremongering regarding state pensions and costings. The party previously increased pension rates but saw the highest pensioner poverty in Europe.
Session: Topical Questions
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Time is of essence. Will the Chancellor indicate when the Government's promises will be fulfilled?
Context
Campaigners for justice in the contaminated blood scandal have been encouraged by recent reporting.
Jeremy Hunt
The Government are taking this seriously; it's only days before the report is published. We want to publish our response very quickly.
Session: Topical Questions
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What more help are the British Government giving to the overseas territories Governments to ensure that their biodiversity can be enhanced and maintained?
Context
The MP visited St Helena and highlighted the importance of enhancing biodiversity in UK's overseas territories.
Andrew Mitchell
The UK is a founding member of the high ambition coalition to end plastic pollution, which aims to stop plastic flowing into the environment by 2040. The overseas territories are not suppliers but receivers of much of it, highlighting the importance of this initiative.
Session: Blue Belt Programme
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But the actual record of this Government over the past 14 years is abysmal. It is a fact that business investment has been consistently among the lowest in both the OECD and the G7, and now the Office for Budget Responsibility is forecasting a further 5% fall this year. Why?
Context
The questioner is questioning the government's record on business investment, citing low levels relative to OECD and G7 countries.
Gareth Davies
Announcements in each of our last three fiscal events have enhanced our business investment environment for international investors: we have the second highest foreign direct investment stock in the world; we have some of the best universities in the world, which are attracting businesses; we have announced full expensing, which is a £10 billion-a-year tax cut; we have the lowest corporation tax in the G7; and we are reforming our energy grid, bringing investment into our net zero ambitions. We are reforming our systems, reducing our taxes, and encouraging investment.
Session: Business Investment
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What assessment has he made of the effect of long covid on the workforce, and what is he doing to help people who have it get back to work? As somebody who has fought really hard over the last four years to overcome the difficulties presented by long covid, I am sure that the Secretary of State will appreciate that a significant number of the people not in work because of health conditions will have some form of post-viral fatigue linked to long covid.
Context
The MP is concerned about the long-term health conditions such as post-viral fatigue impacting workforce participation.
Mel Stride
The hon. Gentleman specifically raises long covid, which is one of many health pressures in our society and post covid in many other countries that were also affected by the virus.
Session: Helping People into Work
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What steps is the Minister taking to support efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas?
Context
British hostages have been held captive by Hamas in Gaza.
Andrew Mitchell
We have been working tirelessly since 7 October to secure the release of all hostages, including British nationals. We work closely with partners like the US, Qatar and Egypt.
Session: Israeli Hostages in Gaza
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What is the Secretary of State doing to address the worrying fall in the number of apprenticeship starts, particularly for kids into higher and advanced level apprenticeships?
Context
The MP is concerned about a recent decline in the number of apprentice starters, particularly at higher and advanced levels.
Gillian Keegan
Apprenticeship starts are up by 3% so far this year due to record investment of £2.7 billion into high-quality apprenticeships that spread opportunity across the country.
Session: Apprenticeships Occupation Range
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It was the Minister's party that promised to fix the crisis in social care “once and for all”. With vacancy rates almost three times above the national average and turnover rates for new staff at more than 45%, it is clear that the Government failed. Labour's plan for a national care service with clear standards for providers and a new deal for staff will give social care the fundamental reset it needs. The Government have done it with our workforce plan, and they have half-heartedly tried it with dentistry. Does the Minister want to copy our homework once again?
Context
Comparison of Labour's plan with the current Government's failure to address high vacancy rates and turnover in social care.
Helen Whately
Let us be honest, Labour has no plan for social care. Whatever the shadow Minister says, it is unfunded. There is no funding committed to it and it is not meaningful. Those of us on the Conservative side of the House are reforming adult social care. We not only have a plan, but it is in progress.
Session: Adult Social Care Workforce
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The success or otherwise of levelling up will be tested by whether people feel better off and inequalities are removed. What assessment has been made regarding an area such as Tameside, which feels poorer due to council funding issues?
Context
The MP questioned the success of levelling-up initiatives in improving community well-being despite successful bids.
Jacob Young
Across the north-west, we are investing £2.2 billion through our different levelling-up fund streams. We are working closely with the Mayor of Greater Manchester giving him more powers and funding to deal with issues like those mentioned in Tameside.
Session: Levelling-up Fund
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Sir Brian Langstaff recommended in April 2023 that before the publication of his final report, interim payments should be made to parents who had lost children, and to children who had lost parents. Why is this Minister such a “computer says no” man?
Context
Sir Brian Langstaff recommended interim payments before the publication of his final report, but the Government have not acted on this despite it being months since the recommendation.
John Glen
I respectfully reject that characterisation. As the hon. Gentleman knows, the Government have spent £400 million of taxpayers' money since October 2022. The arrangements for the distribution of further compensation payments are obviously being considered at this point, and, as I said during the extensive exchange that opened this questions session, that work is continuing apace, so that I can produce a comprehensive response from the Government as soon as possible.
Session: Topical Questions
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That is good progress, but can the Minister explain why her right hon. Friend the Member for South West Norfolk (Elizabeth Truss)—Liz of the 50-day reign—was allowed to award her mates for their part in her failure with jobs for life in the legislature? Is she proud of that?
Context
The question is prompted by criticism over appointments made following a resignation.
Esther McVey
It is a long-standing tradition that anybody who reaches the height of Prime Minister—irrespective of which party that is for—has a resignation list. The former Prime Minister has appointed accomplished people, and I am quite sure that they will contribute significantly to the other House.
Session: House of Lords Appointments Diversity
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What assessment has his Department made of trends in the diversity of appointments to the House of Lords?
Context
The question is prompted by a need to assess progress in diversity within the House of Lords.
Esther McVey
Since 2010, female representation has risen to 29.1% and ethnic minority representation had risen by November 2021—to 6.6%. Those are the latest verified figures I have.
Session: House of Lords Appointments Diversity
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Children's services are struggling, and in too many parts of England, outcomes for children are just not good enough. What conversations has the children's Minister had with those in the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities about both resources and capacity for children's services? What measures will he take where councils underperform, and thus let children down?
Context
Children's services in England are struggling with inadequate resources and capacity, leading to poor outcomes for children.
David Johnston
We have very regular conversations with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities on that issue, as part of our “Stable homes, built on love” reforms to transform the children's social care system, and we take strict action where local authorities are not meeting the requirements.
Session: Topical Questions
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But by 2026, 2,435 children in Manchester, 907 in Tameside and 937 in Stockport are set to miss half their time at school if current trends continue. Labour has a plan to fix this crisis, backed by Sir Kevan Collins, the Government's own former education recovery commissioner. If this is the Secretary of State's top priority, why is her plan not working?
Context
Manchester, Tameside, and Stockport face significant numbers of children set to miss half their time at school by 2026. The Labour party has a plan supported by Sir Kevan Collins.
Gillian Keegan
It is working. It is already falling in England since the pandemic. We introduced daily data to identify exactly where the schools are, and we work with attendance hubs across the country. Our plan has a 7.5% absence rate compared to 11.5% in Wales.
Session: Persistent Pupil Absence
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What steps is the Minister taking to ascertain the cause of ongoing problems affecting access to riluzole, the only licensed drug for the treatment of motor neurone disease in the UK, to provide clarity to the MND community and ensure that normal supply is restored as soon as possible?
Context
There is an ongoing problem affecting access to riluzole, the only licensed drug for the treatment of motor neurone disease in the UK.
Victoria Atkins
There is a supply issue with riluzole 50 mg tablets, caused by a supplier experiencing manufacturing issues. We have a well-established procedure in place to deal with such issues, and are working with the industry, the NHS and others to resolve it as quickly as possible.
Session: Topical Questions
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That is not a one-off. Why will the Minister not take a shred of responsibility for the chaos that her party has caused our NHS? The last Labour Government achieved the shortest waits and the highest patient satisfaction in NHS history. The Conservatives have delivered the longest waits and the lowest patient satisfaction in history.
Context
The Labour Government had achieved the shortest waits and highest patient satisfaction in NHS history, while the Conservatives have delivered the longest waits and lowest patient satisfaction.
Helen Whately
Our urgent and emergency care plan is working. It is reducing rates in A&E, and ambulances are getting to people faster. Meanwhile, I am sorry to say that in the Labour-run NHS in Wales, more than half of patients are waiting more than four hours in A&E.
Session: Topical Questions
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According to Care England and Hft, 54% of social care providers have increased their reliance on agency staff; 44% have turned down new admissions; and 18% have had to close services altogether. Labour's fair pay agreements will ensure that staff in the sector are treated with the dignity and respect that will make them want to stay, but after 14 years, why do Ministers not have a proper plan to address the workforce crisis facing adult social care?
Context
The question addresses the situation where many social care providers have increased their reliance on agency staff, turned down new admissions, or had to close services. It cites Labour's fair pay agreements as a potential solution.
Helen Whately
We have a plan for the social care workforce, and it is working. The social care workforce increased by over 20,000 last year, and it is still going up. But I will take no lectures from the hon. Member. In fact, his hon. Friend the Member for Bristol South (Karin Smyth), early this morning on television, made it clear that Labour does not have a plan for social care—or if it does, it is clear that it will cost a lot of money and is yet another unfunded Labour plan.
Session: Adult Social Care
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I am a big supporter of devolution to city regions such as Greater Manchester, and I welcome a number of the Government's proposals to shift even more powers and responsibility from this place to the combined authority and Mayor, but does the Minister understand the disappointment of Greater Manchester MPs of all political persuasions in the proposals for greater scrutiny by MPs? One question at meetings, with a supplementary at the discretion of the chair, just does not cut it.
Context
The MP expressed disappointment regarding the proposed level of scrutiny for Greater Manchester Mayors.
Jacob Young
I held a session for Greater Manchester MPs on the scrutiny protocol. I cannot remember whether the hon. Gentleman was there, but I am happy to hold a further session with him. The scrutiny protocol is not yet in place; it is a work in progress, which we are trying to establish in partnership with MPs. We want to know what would work well for MPs in the scrutiny sessions.
Session: Regional Mayors Accountability
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Why is there not a greater number of aid deliveries despite the commitment by the Prime Minister? What actions are being taken to open crossings for increased delivery?
Context
Despite the PM's statement, the volume of aid reaching Gaza remains limited due to crossing restrictions.
James Heappey
The MOD supports FCDO efforts, noting military capacity is available but crossing availability limits aid volumes. The Kerem Shalom crossing has been opened through diplomatic engagement.
Session: Gaza UK Aid
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What steps are being taken to support the delivery of UK aid to Gaza, given that aid is still facing challenges in reaching those who need it?
Context
The UK's maritime delivery of humanitarian aid to Egypt at the start of the year has not yet resolved issues with moving aid into Gaza.
James Heappey
In support of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), RFA Lyme Bay and RAF aircraft have delivered 150 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Egypt. Distribution challenges persist due to movement issues into Gaza. FCDO is working with UN, Israel, and Egypt to address these.
Session: Gaza UK Aid
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I commend the work of my disabled young constituent, Nathaniel Yates from Reddish, who has assessed every single railway station in Greater Manchester. Too many of them are not step free. We have the money for Reddish North, but when can we get the money for Levenshulme?
Context
A disabled young constituent has assessed the step-free status of every railway station in Greater Manchester, highlighting the need for investment at Reddish North.
Huw Merriman
I commend that work as well. In fact, the Great British Railways transition team has done a station accessibility study auditing every one of our 2,500 stations.
Session: Topical Questions
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Data from High-Speed Rail Group indicates that the Government's fire sale of HS2 land in Birmingham-Manchester stretch will cost taxpayers £100 million, and his constituency is not set to benefit from local rail improvements due to a weekly train service. Why?
Context
High-Speed Rail Group data suggests the Government's fire sale of land on HS2 will cost taxpayers £100 million. The questioner mentions lack of local rail improvements for his constituency.
Huw Merriman
I am glad the hon. Gentleman mentioned that report, because it is completely wrong. For a start, it states that £205 million has been spent on land and property, which is wrong—it is a different figure.
Session: High Speed 2
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Given that the Minister meets many business leaders, has he heard their shock about government roll-backs on net zero targets?
Context
A business leader criticised the Government for rolling back on climate goals, citing threats to jobs, growth, and additional investment.
Graham Stuart
Under this Government, this country has cut its emissions more than any other major economy on the planet and we have the most ambitious plans for 2030. We will be inviting others to join the UK at COP28 next week.
Session: Net Zero Targets Businesses
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I listened very carefully to the Paymaster General's replies to my colleagues about the contaminated blood scandal. Can he guarantee that we will have a statement to the House before the Christmas recess?
Context
Concern about lack of a House statement on contaminated blood scandal compensation before Christmas recess.
John Glen
No, I cannot guarantee that, because I do not yet have collective agreement, but I am working towards that ambition and that is what I want to achieve.
Session: Topical Questions
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If her Front Bench is full of common sense, which will she tackle first: a Home Secretary who thinks that Stockton North is a proverbial toilet; a Foreign Secretary who, during a critical time in geopolitics, is not even accountable to this House; or a Transport Secretary whose Network North plan thinks that Manchester is in Preston?
Context
The MP raises concerns about statements made by the Home Secretary regarding Stockton North and criticism of the Foreign Secretary's accountability.
Esther McVey
I did not hear the Home Secretary say the comments mentioned. He has denied making them. I am building on this Government's success with major tax cuts, unlike Opposition policies for more borrowing and spending.
Session: Ministers without Portfolio Responsibilities
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What are the responsibilities of the Ministers without Portfolio?
Context
The MP seeks clarity on the roles and responsibilities given to ministers appointed as Ministers without Portfolio.
Esther McVey
Ministers without Portfolio contribute to policy and decision-making processes within a Government. The chair of the governing party is often made a Minister without Portfolio, serving as a member of the Cabinet. My role involves providing scrutiny and oversight across all Departments to ensure best value for the public.
Session: Ministers without Portfolio Responsibilities
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Labour Party research on waste in the Ministry of Defence shows that over £15 billion has been squandered since 2010, so when are the Government going to get a grip on defence procurement and secure value for money for the British taxpayer?
Context
Labour Party research indicates significant waste within the MoD, amounting to over £15 billion since 2010.
James Cartlidge
On all the key metrics there has been a significant improvement since the hon. Gentleman's party was in office.
Session: Topical Questions
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The reality is that neither the long-term security of Israel nor justice for the Palestinians will be found through bombs and bullets. As an international community, we need to be doing all we can to move to an enduring cessation of the violence, but while we are doing that, can the Secretary of State say how the UK armed forces will be utilising their capacity to help those getting aid into Gaza to get much bigger quantities in than is happening at the moment?
Context
The UK needs to utilise its capacity to help increase the quantity of aid reaching Gaza.
Grant Shapps
The hon. Gentleman is absolutely right about the UK's desire to do that, and I have talked about how we have deployed a large increase in personnel in the region to work with various Governments. I have personally spoken to most of the middle eastern Governments, and on those calls the first thing they have done is welcome our deterrent and the fact that we have brought such a large amount of aid—now £30 million—to help the Palestinians.
Session: Israel and Gaza
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What account can she give for the fact that, even after 13 and a half years of Conservative Government, we have worse youth unemployment than Ireland, Norway and the Czech Republic? What on earth has gone wrong?
Context
The current youth employment rate is being compared to other countries and the aftermath of a financial crisis.
Mims Davies
The current youth employment rate is 53.9%, up three percentage points since 2010, with around 140 new youth hubs supporting complex needs of young people across communities. I humbly suggest that the hon. Member goes and looks at the changes happening to see the difference being made in communities.
Session: Youth Unemployment
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The Minister knows that rising costs disproportionately affect disabled people. They face higher living expenses and employment barriers. Does she accept that targeted action, including disability pay gap reporting, is needed?
Context
Andrew Gwynne is seeking to address the financial difficulties faced by his disabled constituents, emphasizing the importance of targeted support.
Mims Davies
The Household Support Fund provides additional £4.4 million in Gorton and Denton for disabled constituents and their carers. The Department for Work and Pensions is not responsible, but they will hear his concerns.
Session: Disabled People Additional Costs
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What recent estimate has been made regarding additional costs affecting households with disabled people? The Minister knows that rising costs have a negative impact on disabled individuals. They face higher living costs and barriers to employment. Does she agree targeted action is needed, such as disability pay gap reporting?
Context
Andrew Gwynne is concerned about the disproportionate impact of rising costs on households with disabled members, highlighting higher living expenses and employment barriers.
Mims Davies
The Government has provided over £94 billion in support from 2022 to 2024 and an additional £150 for more than 6 million disabled people. In Gorton and Denton, an extra £4.4 million is available through the Household Support Fund. This is not a matter for the Department for Work and Pensions.
Session: Disabled People Additional Costs
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In recent weeks, we have seen reported instances of antisemitism rise by 1,300% and Islamophobia by 150%, with Jewish kids afraid to go to school and Muslim kids asked, “Whose side are you on?” What are the Government doing to ensure that children are taught sensitively but robustly about the wrongs of such intolerance, and does Ofsted have a role in ensuring consistency of approach in all schools?
Context
Recent reports indicate a significant rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia, affecting Jewish and Muslim students.
Nick Gibb
The hon. Member is absolutely right: antisemitism has no place in education. It was an honour to join the Secretary of State's visit to Menorah High School last week, together with the whole ministerial team, standing in solidarity with that school and with the Jewish community. We have written to all schools and colleges urging a swift response to hate-related incidents and active reassurance for their students and staff, and we continue to work with faith leaders, schools and Ofsted to monitor the response to those concerns.
Session: Topical Questions
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As supportive as I am of this scheme, I do not think that up to six sessions really cuts it. Will the Minister consider a scheme similar to Aimhigher, which was introduced by the previous Labour Government to encourage young people into higher education and down the vocational route? This would give young people mentors who have been through apprenticeship schemes and really get them hooked on the opportunities that vocational education can bring.
Context
The previous Labour Government introduced the Aimhigher scheme to encourage young people into higher education and vocational routes. The current Minister is asked if a similar scheme could be considered.
Robert Halfon
We are doing huge amounts. I mentioned the apprentice support and knowledge network, which is going around schools and encouraging pupils to take up apprenticeships. That involves more than 2,000 schools and 680,000 pupils.
Session: Provider Access Legislation
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When will the Government deliver on their commitment for the 'back better bones' campaign?
Context
There is a commitment to increase the number of fracture liaison services but no progress has been made, despite previous assurances.
Helen Whately
As the hon. Member has mentioned, I have a broken ankle, and I am taking my responsibility as Minister with oversight of urgent and emergency care very seriously in making use of several of those services. As for my oversight of integrated care systems, what I am seeing is that they are making a very good job of enabling the integration of services.
Session: Integrated Care Systems
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
School Building Conditions
21 September 2021
Responding: Robin Walker
Main Concerns
['Andrew Gwynne highlighted the dangerous state of Russell Scott primary school in his constituency, which was refurbished by Carillion in 2015 at a cost of £2.7 million but now faces severe structural defects and health and safety risks. The school has experienced sewage leaks, flooding, damaged floors, leaking roofs, non-compliant fire doors, and contaminated playing fields due to waste dumping. Despite spending £670,000 on maintenance, the council cannot afford a total rebuild of around £10 million or repair works estimated at £5 million.']
Specific Asks
["Gwynne called for national intervention from the Government to address the crisis at Russell Scott primary school and requested that officials review Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council's independent surveys. He also asked for assurance on contingency plans in case the building becomes unsafe, given the lack of capacity across local schools to accommodate nearly 500 pupils."]
National Cancer Plan 2025-02-04
04 February 2025
General Debate
Led by this MP
Announced the Government's national cancer plan, highlighting improvements in diagnosis and treatment times. Cited Lord Darzi’s investigation which found higher rates of cancer cases compared to Europ...
Obesity Food and Diet 2025-01-20
20 January 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Dr Opher highlighted the alarming rise in obesity rates in the UK, affecting both adults and children. He cited statistics indicating that two-thirds of adults are overweight and one-quarter are obese...
Business of the House 2025-01-09
09 January 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government's first six months in office have been catastrophic, with damaging effects on the economy. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research warns that the UK economy did not grow ...
Infected Blood Inquiry
19 November 2024
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The House is being updated on the progress made regarding the Infected Blood Inquiry report. The Government has committed to establishing a compensation scheme, with an allocation of £11.8 billion fro...
Rail Performance
11 November 2024
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Unpaid Carers
03 September 2024
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
The MP emphasised the critical role of unpaid carers in society and their economic value, noting that they are vital to our economy and social fabric. She highlighted the growing number of unpaid care...
Israel and Gaza
20 May 2024
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Conflict in Sudan: El Fasher
16 May 2024
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
War in Gaza
07 May 2024
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Digital Markets Bill - Lords amendments and Government motions to disagree with certain Lords amendments
30 April 2024
Bill Debate
Contributed to this debate
The MP opens debate by moving that the House disagrees with Lords amendment 9, which pertains to secondary ticketing features. He highlights concerns about the balance struck in previous debates and t...
Attendance
90.2%
37 of 41 votes
Aye Votes
15
36.6% of votes
No Votes
22
53.7% of votes
Abstentions
4
9.8% of votes
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 24
Ayes: 184
Noes: 331
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 86 stand part
Ayes: 344
Noes: 173
Passed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 9
Ayes: 181
Noes: 335
Failed
13 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
12 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 188
Noes: 341
Failed
17 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 100
Noes: 351
Failed
17 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 206
Noes: 353
Failed
17 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 196
Noes: 352
Failed
17 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 353
Failed
17 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 354
Noes: 202
Passed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
Draft Movement of Goods (Northern Ireland to Great Britain) (Animals, Feed an...
Ayes: 375
Noes: 9
Passed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
Finance Bill Committee: Clause 47 stand part
Ayes: 338
Noes: 170
Passed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
Finance Bill Committee: Clause 48 stand part
Ayes: 332
Noes: 170
Passed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill Committee: New Clause 8
Ayes: 167
Noes: 329
Failed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill Committee: New Clause 6
Ayes: 105
Noes: 314
Failed
11 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 104
Noes: 313
Failed
10 Dec 2024
DID NOT VOTE
Finance Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 105
Noes: 340
Failed
10 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 74
Noes: 350
Failed
10 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill Committee New Clause 3
Ayes: 184
Noes: 359
Failed
10 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
Draft Home Detention Curfew and Requisite and Minimum Custodial Periods (Amdt...
Ayes: 424
Noes: 106
Passed
09 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill: New Clause 1
Ayes: 89
Noes: 340
Failed
06 Dec 2024
DID NOT VOTE
Motion to sit in private
Ayes: 1
Noes: 49
Failed
04 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Opposition day: UK Farming and Inheritance Tax
Ayes: 181
Noes: 339
Failed
04 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Increase in employers' National Insurance Contributions
Ayes: 165
Noes: 334
Failed
03 Dec 2024
DID NOT VOTE
Elections (proportional representation): Ten Minute Rule Motion
Ayes: 138
Noes: 136
Passed
03 Dec 2024
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill: Reas...
Ayes: 186
Noes: 330
Failed
03 Dec 2024
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) Bill: Seco...
Ayes: 332
Noes: 189
Passed
29 Nov 2024
DID NOT VOTE
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 330
Noes: 275
Passed
27 Nov 2024
VOTED NO
Finance Bill: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 112
Noes: 333
Failed
27 Nov 2024
VOTED AYE
Finance Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 332
Noes: 176
Passed
3
PMQs Asked
192
Ministerial Questions Asked
232
House of Commons Debates Involved
1
Westminster Hall Debates Led
16
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
41
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1457 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-18% below average
This MP:
3
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+1332% above average
This MP:
192
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-60% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+4674% above average
This MP:
232
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
+69% above average
This MP:
16
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+30% above average
This MP:
90.2
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 Andrew Gwynne's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.