Andrew Rosindell
MP for Romford
Reform
Conservative
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7 Jun 2001 - 30 Mar 2015
Conservative
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7 May 2015 - 3 May 2017
Conservative
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8 Jun 2017 - 6 Nov 2019
Conservative
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12 Dec 2019 - 30 May 2024
Conservative
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4 Jul 2024 - 18 Jan 2026
Reform UK
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18 Jan 2026 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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I wonder if the Prime Minister has had the chance to study the election results in Havering: zero Labour councillors were elected in Romford, zero Conservative councillors were elected across Havering for the first time since 1964 and it is the first Reform UK London borough. That shows people's disillusionment with the political establishment. In his final days as Prime Minister, can he do something for the people of Romford and give us the accident and emergency unit at Queen's hospital that the right hon. Member for Ilford North (Wes Streeting) said he would deliver, but failed to do?
Context
The political landscape in Havering changed dramatically after the election, with no Labour or Conservative councillors elected. The questioner seeks action regarding the promise made by Wes Streeting to deliver an accident and emergency unit at Queen's Hospital.
Keir Starmer
We put record investment into the NHS to clear up the mess that the hon. Gentleman and others left behind. Since he brings up elections, I have studied the Reform candidate for Makerfield: a self-professed sexist who said women who get an abortion do it for “vanity purposes”, who encouraged people not to get the covid vaccine and who said Russia was “within its rights” to invade Crimea. Reform has nothing to offer but grievance and division yet again.
Assessment
Did not address the question about the A&E unit, instead criticized Reform UK candidate for Makerfield.
Session: PMQs
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Andrew Rosindell expressed concern over population growth projections and asked whether there was a mandate for such an increase in immigration. He highlighted constituents' anxiety about losing control over immigration numbers.
Context
The Office for National Statistics has suggested the UK population will rise to 72.5 million by 2032, amounting to a significant increase in immigration annually.
The Prime Minister
The Prime Minister suggested Rosindell talk to his party leader, noting that under previous Conservative leadership, net migration had increased significantly. He assured that the current government would take control of immigration numbers and bring them down while emphasising that this issue lies with opposition benches.
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Does he agree that reductions in wholesale prices should be passed on to consumers and that standing charges should be brought down? Will the Government hold utility companies to account for their actions?
Context
The question concerns the challenge of high energy bills for constituents, with providers making large profits.
Rishi Sunak
My hon. Friend is right to highlight high energy bills; we stepped in with support that paid around half of a typical household bill at its peak. The energy price cap will fall by almost £250 in April, bringing relief to many families. We introduced the energy profits levy on windfall profits and are cutting taxes and putting more money into family bank accounts.
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I have had the privilege to be spending a lot of time with the law-abiding, tax-paying, hard-working patriotic people of Romford in recent months, and they have been telling me what they think. Does the Prime Minister agree with the people of Romford that we need a radical plan to control immigration and stop illegal immigration, to regain sovereignty over our human rights laws in this country, to tell the Mayor of London that we need more police to stop crime in the London Borough of Havering, and a fair funding settlement for Havering? Will the Prime Minister come with me to Romford market, following the footsteps of Margaret Thatcher, and meet the people of Romford? One thing I can tell him they do not want is to be taken back into the European Union by a socialist Government.
Context
MP expresses concerns about immigration, human rights laws, funding for Havering, and leaving the EU.
Rishi Sunak
May I welcome my hon. Friend back to his place? I agree with everything he said, and I look forward to visiting him and his Romford constituents at the earliest opportunity.
Assessment
Shifted focus to future meeting rather than addressing demands directly
Changed Subject
Promised Future Action
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The Prime Minister will understand that Havering, just like Hillingdon, is located on the outskirts of London and has very different needs and aspirations from those in the core area of the city. My borough still prides itself on being part of Essex, as I know his prides itself on being part of historic Middlesex. Although we need co-operation on things such as transport, will he accept that it is time for wholesale reform of the way London and the wider region are governed? Will he support my campaign to allow boroughs such as Havering to take back control from the Mayor and City Hall interference? This would allow Havering, and indeed all outer London boroughs, the freedom to make their own decisions that best meet the needs of local people.
Context
The question arises from the frustration in outer London boroughs like Romford over governance and control by the Mayor of London.
Boris Johnson
I can understand the feelings of frustration that the people of Havering may have about a current Mayor of London who does not understand the needs of outer London and is not investing in outer London in the way that a previous Mayor did—I seem to recall that they set up the outer London fund and drove through many other benefits for the outer boroughs. However, I must tell my hon. Friend in all candour that what we need to do is work together to ensure that that glad day returns when we have a Mayor who truly represents all Londoners.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not address the question about supporting efforts for outer London boroughs to regain control.
Changed Subject To Previous Mayor'S Policies
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The statue of US President Ronald Reagan that once stood in Grosvenor Square has been removed. Does the PM agree it should be moved to Parliament Square so visitors can honour this remarkable man?
Context
Concern over the removal of a statue of President Reagan from Grosvenor Square.
Boris Johnson
Reagan was a distinguished president but not up to me to install a statue; it's for the Greater London Authority and Mayor of London.
Assessment
Did not confirm support for moving the statue, instead shifted responsibility.
Shifted Responsibility
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With the London area potentially entering stricter tier 3 or tier 2 lockdown measures and the devastating consequences that will have on jobs, livelihoods and businesses, and indeed the effects on physical and mental health, as the Prime Minister is committed to following the evidence, will he agree to a full public cost-benefit analysis of the impact on our economy and public health before he introduces anything that will lead to years of economic harm that could end up being worse for people's lives than the virus itself?
Context
The London area may enter stricter lockdown measures, causing significant economic and social harm. The Prime Minister needs to assess the full impact before introducing such measures.
Boris Johnson
I have high regard for my hon. Friend, and he is right to call attention to the dangers and damage that lockdowns can do. Of course, they have to be weighed against the damage to health caused by a wave of coronavirus that drives out all other patients from our hospitals and affects the health of non-covid patients as well so very badly. We will of course be setting out an analysis of the health, economic and social impacts of the tiered approach and the data that supports the tiering decisions, as we have done in the past.
Session: PMQs
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The Prime Minister will know that my constituents in Romford have to put up with a dangerous junction and flyover at Gallows Corner, which was meant to be only a temporary structure but has been there for 50 years. The Prime Minister has been there with me when he was Mayor of London. So as part of this Government's plans to build back better, will he commit today to stepping in where Sadiq Khan has failed—bankrupting Transport for London to the tune of £10 billion—and guarantee the necessary funding to replace and reshape the junction, especially as it will form a major route to and from the new lower Thames crossing?
Context
The question concerns a long-standing problematic junction in Romford, which the MP previously brought to attention as Mayor of London. The issue is now compounded by financial constraints at Transport for London.
Boris Johnson
My hon. Friend is absolutely right to say that it is the current Labour Mayor of London who blew TfL's finances, which were left in remarkably good condition by the previous Mayor of London, even before the pandemic struck. I can assure my hon. Friend that the Department for Transport will be working with TfL to see what we can do to resolve the problem at Gallows Corner that he mentions, and we will update him in due course.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not provide a commitment to funding, but promised to work on it and report back later.
Session: PMQs
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I am concerned that although the triple lock remains in place, it is not as effective as it should be because of fiscal drag. A lot of pensioners are now paying tax, as the threshold has not been increased since 2021. Will he please do something for the hard-working pensioners of this country, who deserve better in their retirement?
Context
The current triple lock system is not effective due to fiscal drag, causing pensioners to pay taxes despite a lack of threshold increase since 2021.
Torsten Bell
I recognise the hon. Gentleman's point, and we need to fund the NHS to stop letting down older generations. Taxes have consequences that affect the whole population, including pensioners. The Chancellor has set out that the level of the personal allowance will remain above the level of the new and the basic state pension—the headline rates—throughout this year. In future years we will ensure that we ease the administrative burden for pensioners who have small amounts of tax due.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-06-29
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Can the Minister set out what plans he has to ensure tomorrow's pensioners enjoy a decent retirement?
Context
The MP inquired about recent steps taken to support British pensioners, highlighting that his borough of Havering has the second largest number of older people in Greater London. Nearly a quarter of his constituents are over 65 years old.
Torsten Bell
This Government is taking a two-stage approach: driving up returns on pension savings now and doing longer-term work through the Pensions Commission to ensure tomorrow's pensioners enjoy comfortable retirements. The commission will bring forward its report early next year.
Session: Supporting British Pensioners 2026-06-29
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What recent steps have been taken to support British pensioners? My constituency of Havering, with nearly a quarter of its population being over 65, is losing out on benefits. I thank the Minister for his reply but would like assurance that future Labour administrations will not target pensioners and will ensure they have a happy retirement.
Context
The MP inquired about recent steps taken to support British pensioners, highlighting that his borough of Havering has the second largest number of older people in Greater London. Nearly a quarter of his constituents are over 65 years old.
Torsten Bell
This Labour Administration, like all others, is on the side of pensioners. The previous Conservative government saw pensioner poverty rise and left one in five over 75 on NHS waiting lists.
Session: Supporting British Pensioners 2026-06-29
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Successive Governments have failed those adversely affected by the loan charge. They have dithered, delayed and ignored reviews, causing confusion and worsening financial harm and anxiety for many people. Do victims deserve resolution and closure?
Context
Tens of thousands of people are adversely affected by the loan charge scandal, suffering financial harm and anxiety due to delays in addressing their issues.
Dan Tomlinson
I do agree that those who have been affected by the loan charge need to be able to move on with their lives. The Government put forward a generous settlement offer at the last Budget that went further than the proposals set out by the independent reviewer. It was a Government supported for 14 years by the hon. Gentleman who introduced the loan charge and did not reform it adequately.
Session: Loan Charge
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What steps have been taken to support people adversely affected by the loan charge? Tens of thousands of people continue to suffer because of the loan charge scandal. Successive Governments, both Labour and Conservative, have failed those people. They have dithered, delayed and ignored reviews, causing confusion and worsening financial harm and anxiety for so many people.
Context
Tens of thousands of people are adversely affected by the loan charge scandal, suffering financial harm and anxiety due to delays in addressing their issues.
Dan Tomlinson
The Government introduced legislation in the Finance Act 2026 to provide a new settlement offer for those affected by the loan charge. The Government will write off the first £5,000 of liabilities. I agree that those who have been affected need to be able to move on with their lives. The Government put forward a generous settlement offer at the last Budget that went further than the proposals set out by the independent reviewer. It was a Government supported for 14 years by the hon. Gentleman who introduced the loan charge and did not reform it adequately.
Session: Loan Charge
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What steps is she taking to ensure her Department works with the Ministry of Defence in prioritising British firms in Wales over foreign suppliers so that we strengthen British capabilities and skilled Welsh jobs?
Context
The UK's readiness and vulnerability to global threats, particularly the role of Welsh defence sector in strengthening capabilities.
Anna McMorrin
To be quite frank, the hypocrisy is astounding. It is—
Session: Defence Sector
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What assessment has been made of the potential impact of the defence sector in Wales on the UK's defence capabilities?
Context
The UK's defence capabilities are under scrutiny, with a focus on the role and readiness of the defence sector in Wales.
Anna McMorrin
We are delivering the biggest sustained increase in defence spending since the cold war, investing £270 billion over this Parliament. Our £50 million defence growth deal in Wales puts us front and centre to lead the way in 21st century autonomous defence technology.
Session: Defence Sector
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Does the Secretary of State agree that we should prioritise the promotion of British heritage in schools? If so, will she bring in a policy to ensure that every school flies the Union Jack outside its premises, and that a different pupil gets the chance to raise the national flag every morning?
Context
Promotion of British heritage in schools.
Georgia Gould
We already teach British values, and we are proud to teach our British heritage and our past to set us up for the future.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will she please take control and sort this matter out as fast as possible so that it does not do any more damage to our local economy. The situation is creating chaos and disruption for constituents in Havering.
Context
The works at Gallows Corner A127-A12 junction should have been completed last year but are ongoing until the spring of this year, affecting people across Havering, Essex and east London.
Heidi Alexander
I do understand the importance of that junction to the hon. Gentleman's constituents, but it is a Transport for London scheme. The previous Government provided very limited funding, whereas this Labour Government has provided substantive funding to allow construction to go ahead.
Session: Commuter Safety
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What steps she is taking with public transport providers to help improve the safety of commuters. The mainline railway is among the safest in Europe, but there are concerns about ensuring everyone feels safe and confident when travelling.
Context
The MP is concerned about the need for improved public transport safety.
Heidi Alexander
My Department is working across Government and with partners, including the British Transport police and the transport industry, to ensure that everyone both feels safe and is safe when travelling. Our recently published road safety strategy sets out our vision for a safer future for all.
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I thank the Minister for his helpful reply, but as he knows full well violence, illegal drug dealing and escapes are on the rise in prisons, with a shocking 12% increase in breakouts across England and Wales since 2024. That is risking the safety of all our communities. Dangerous criminals are also being released in error. When will the Justice Secretary take responsibility for this utter shambles, get a grip on the situation to ensure that dangerous criminals remain locked up behind bars and do the job he is supposed to be doing to keep the British people safe?
Context
Violence, illegal drug dealing, and escapes are increasing in prisons. There has been a shocking 12% increase in prison breakouts across England and Wales since 2024. Additionally, dangerous criminals have been released in error.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Jake Richards)
I am constantly aghast at the chutzpah of the Conservatives, who left the prison system in utter crisis after 14 years. Prison officer numbers reduced under them, and prison places hardly rose at all. We are stabilising the prison system and investing in security measures to ensure that we have a prison system that is fit for the future and safe for the public.
Session: Prison Security
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The United Kingdom is increasingly and uniquely vulnerable to malicious cyber-activity targeting national infrastructure and democratic institutions, including Parliament itself. That poses a serious risk to our national security. Experts have warned of a critical data leak, a new scale of severe blackouts, transport disruption and even Government being brought to a halt. What action is the Minister’s Department taking to ensure that the Government are prepared and sufficiently resourced to meet this pernicious national security threat?
Context
The UK is increasingly vulnerable to malicious cyber-activity targeting national infrastructure and democratic institutions, including Parliament. Experts warn of critical data leaks and severe disruptions.
Dan Jarvis, Minister of State, Cabinet Office
The Government take these threats incredibly seriously. The Prime Minister took the decision in September for the Security Minister to sit across both the Cabinet Office and the Home Office, improving our ability to co-ordinate a national security response. We are working at pace to address these issues.
Session: National Infrastructure Cyber-security
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Will the Minister explain why the Government are pressing ahead with a £35 billion gift of British sovereign territory to Mauritius given last week’s report that the Chancellor had a £4 billion surplus rather than a £20 billion deficit as previously suggested? Does the Minister not agree that scrapping that deal would be a better way to help the Chancellor restore fiscal credibility and save British taxpayers’ money?
Context
The MP questioned the genuineness of the consultation process regarding the Chagos Islands, citing concerns about external interference and the financial implications of transferring sovereignty.
The Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Stephen Doughty)
No matter how many times the hon. Gentleman repeats his wild claims about the cost of the deal, they are no more correct. I have been clear on multiple occasions about the cost of the deal. We will not scrimp on the national security of this country. The base is crucial for our security and that of our allies.
Session: Topical Questions
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Last week, Labour voted against our amendment, which would have given the House of Commons a say on the Government’s reckless decision to surrender £35 billion of taxpayers’ hard-earned money to Mauritius for the privilege of giving away our own sovereign territory. What is stopping Mauritius demanding billions more if the UK wishes to extend the use of Diego Garcia for another 40 years? Would it not be more sensible to save the money, ditch the surrender deal and the keep the Chagos islands British?
Context
Labour voted against an amendment to give the House of Commons a say on the Government’s decision regarding £35 billion of taxpayers' money for Mauritius in exchange for keeping Diego Garcia operational. There is uncertainty about the future of the base after 99 years.
Chris Elmore
As the hon. Gentleman knows from the many questions that I have answered on this issue, and indeed the debate we had in this place that secured the Bill’s Third Reading, the cost of the agreement in today’s money is £101 million, and the net present value over 99 years is £3.4 billion. However much he comes up with other fantasy figures, they are simply incorrect; these are verified by the Government Actuary’s Department. If he wants to talk about spending and value, I will not apologise for spending on our national security and keeping this country and our allies safe. For comparison, he might like to reflect on the fact that the annual payment is 20% less than the cost of the festival of Brexit.
Session: UK-Mauritius Agreement on the Chagos Archipelago Funding
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It is a disgrace that the “Safeguarding the Union” provisions severely restrict trade between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, binding the Province to 300 areas of EU law over which the people have no say. Will the Secretary of State take steps to remove what is left of this damaging international trade border within our own nation and restore the birthright of the people of Northern Ireland as equal citizens of this United Kingdom?
Context
The question addresses concerns over restrictions on trade between Great Britain and Northern Ireland following the implementation of EU law provisions post-Brexit.
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
This is the consequence of leaving the European Union. There was an open border and two different jurisdictions—how were we going to deal with trade in those circumstances? Secondly, the goods are flowing; the goods are moving. Look at the evidence: the Northern Ireland economy in the second quarter grew by 2%. That is not indicative of a problem.
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The Government have now been forced to admit the real cost of the catastrophic Chagos surrender deal: it is not £3.4 billion—oh no, Mr Speaker—it is a mind blowing £34.7 billion, which is 10 times more that we were told. No wonder Mauritius is planning tax cuts of its own, and it is British businesses and families who will pay the price. This deal leaves our country poorer, our defence capabilities damaged and our standing in the world weakened. Will the Minister now apologise to the British people for this epic failure in diplomacy, withdraw his Chagos surrender Bill and keep the islands British?
Context
The MP criticizes the cost implications of the UK government's agreement with Mauritius, highlighting a figure of £34.7 billion.
Stephen Doughty (Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
How ever many times the hon. Gentleman, the right hon. Member for Witham (Priti Patel) or the Conservative party in its emails to supporters make this claim about the cost, it does not mean that it is true—it is not. The £30 billion figure is inaccurate and misleading. It is wrong to ignore the cost of inflation and the change in the value of money, over the real cost of a deal that lasts 99 years. The figures are verified by the Government Actuary’s Department, drawing on long-established methodology.
Session: Chagos Islands
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I thank the Minister for his reply, but as the Secretary of State knows only too well, my borough of Havering contains one of the highest numbers of elderly people in the entire London region, yet Queen’s hospital in Romford remains chronically underfunded, overstretched and struggling to meet the growing healthcare needs of an ageing community. Will the Minister commit today to the serious investment that Queen’s hospital so desperately requires to ensure better health outcomes for older people across Romford?
Context
The borough of Havering has a high number of elderly residents. Queen's hospital in Romford is facing funding issues, affecting its ability to meet the healthcare needs of an aging population.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
I carefully note the fact that the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, who is sitting next to me, has an interest in this issue, so I will tread very carefully with my answer. I understand that the hon. Gentleman has discussed this matter with the Minister for Secondary Care. The North East London health and care partnership integrated care board is responsible for delivery, implementation and funding decisions for local services, but the hon. Gentleman’s representations have been carefully noted today, not least by the Secretary of State for Health.
Session: Health of the Elderly
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Will the proposed treaty have any guaranteed protections in place? Will she confirm what was said in a legal letter to British Chagossians—that their right of return is not guaranteed?
Context
The UK is a world leader in protecting marine environments, particularly around the British Overseas Territories. The shadow Minister questions if the proposed treaty will have any guaranteed protections in place and asks about assurances for future protections of an important marine protected area.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Catherine West)
Following the trip that was undertaken together when both were on the Foreign Affairs Committee, it is assured that the marine protected area will continue. The environment has been at the heart of negotiations. Indeed, he must remember that as a chair of the Chagos Islands all-party parliamentary group, he began the debate with the Mauritians.
Session: Marine Biological Diversity Agreement
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Why does the Minister refuse to disclose the amount of money involved in the UK-Mauritius surrender deal? Why are details about budget allocations unclear? Will he confirm whether the Prime Minister of Mauritius' statement regarding concessions is correct, including loss of sovereign rights on Diego Garcia and inability to renew leases unilaterally? When will this treaty come before Parliament for debate?
Context
The MP criticises the Government for front-loading payments to Mauritius in exchange for retaining control over Diego Garcia and other economic concessions. The deal's secrecy is questioned, including which budgets will cover lease costs and unilateral renewal provisions.
Stephen Doughty (Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
The hon. Member neglects to remind the House that it was his Government who started negotiations on this matter because they recognised that our national security interests and those of our allies were under threat. A financial element was crucial to protecting the operation of that crucial base. Once the treaty is signed, and after ratification in the usual way, it will be put before both Houses for scrutiny, and it will of course include costs. The Government will not scrimp on our security. Protecting the British people is our No. 1 priority.
Session: UK-Mauritius Treaty Chagos Islands
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The British people pay some of the highest rail fares in Europe. However, the Government seem to prioritise the size of the socialist state, by kowtowing to trade unions with radical public pay rises and nationalisation plans. Will the Secretary of State instead please focus on improving the lot of commuters—particularly Romford’s hard-working commuters—and take real steps to reduce rail fares and improve railway services?
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The Member criticized the current government for prioritizing nationalization and public pay rises over reducing rail fares.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I am surprised that the hon. Gentleman has the gall to raise this issue when, under his party’s Government, fares rose at around twice the speed of wages. I also point out that since 2020, train operating companies have paid out nearly £1 billion to their parent companies, signed off by Conservative Ministers in the previous Government. If the hon. Gentleman wants to talk about costs and value for money on the railway, I suggest he start by looking in the mirror.
Session: Cost of Rail Services
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Like many of my constituents in Romford, I have always enjoyed visiting Wales. However, for many, this visitor levy will be a step too far; it is bound to deter tourism to the Principality. Does the Secretary of State agree with me that we should be encouraging and championing British domestic tourism, not inhibiting it?
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The questioner is concerned that the visitor levy will deter tourism to Wales.
The Secretary of State for Wales (Jo Stevens)
There are a number of assumptions in the hon. Member’s question. As I say, more than 40 countries and holiday destinations around the world have introduced a form of visitor levy, and many of us have paid levies when visiting other countries. As I say, one of the Conservatives’ own councils is championing a tourist levy. They need to do their research better.
Session: Visitor Levy
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With an ever-increasing prison population and monumental delays being experienced in the courts and throughout the justice system, what steps is the Secretary of State taking to address the significant delays that arise from the period of time required to download and analyse digital material?
Context
There are significant delays in the courts and throughout the justice system due to time required for downloading and analyzing digital evidence.
Shabana Mahmood
The hon. Gentleman raises an important point. We believe that much more can be achieved through the increased use of AI and other digital technology to speed up some of the paper processes that create delays across the criminal justice system. As chair of the Criminal Justice Board, I have asked for a cross-system criminal justice response on this and I will update the House in due course.
Session: Topical Questions
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Given the importance of Indo-Pacific security alliance, will the Minister give a straight answer? Will he make a commitment to wait until President Trump is in office and has had time to discuss this deal with his team before finalising any agreement with Mauritius?
Context
Ministers have failed to provide answers about the future security and costs involved with the proposed treaty concerning the UK military base on Diego Garcia. There are concerns that the new US Administration under President-elect Donald Trump may affect this.
Keir Starmer
The Indo-Pacific security alliance is paramount. We have made commitments to secure the future of the Diego Garcia base and have support from the US Administration and national security apparatus. We will come forward with details in due course.
Session: Strengthening NATO
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The Government appear to be in a complete tailspin over whether they will release the costs that will fall to the British taxpayer as a result of the rushed deal to give away the British Chagos islands. Given the reported trip to Mauritius by the special envoy, Jonathan Powell, can the Minister at least confirm today which budget the costs will come from, including whether they intend to use the aid budget? Will she tell the House how much it will cost each year and in total, and if the British Chagossians will actually have a genuine say?
Context
Concern over the costs to British taxpayers arising from a rushed deal on the British Chagos islands. The special envoy, Jonathan Powell, visited Mauritius.
Anneliese Dodds
My understanding is that there were actually 10 rounds of negotiations under the Conservatives, but we did not see the UK reaching the necessary agreements. This is a frankly bizarre argument coming from the Opposition. All the details of the situation are in the public domain, and quite rightly so.
Session: Official Development Assistance
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If she will increase funding for policing in the London borough of Havering. Given the increasing pressures on the police service, does the Minister accept that officer morale, retention, recruitment and ability to solve crimes are severely compromised, with police officers overworked, underpaid and subjected to unprecedented rises in bureaucratic processes—often dealing with things that police do not traditionally deal with, such as mental health care and social work?
Context
The question arises from the context of ongoing pressures on police services and a need for additional resources.
Diana R. Johnson
The hon. Gentleman is a very experienced Member of this House. He has supported 14 years of Conservative government that have left us coming into government with a criminal justice system, including policing, that is in grave difficulty. I take the point that he raises, but he needs to recognise the role that he and his party have played in getting us to this point. Our aim now is to recruit more police officers, as the Home Secretary has said, and to increase neighbourhood policing as the bedrock of policing in this country.
Session: Police Funding Havering
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If she will increase funding for policing in the London borough of Havering. Given the increasing pressures on the police service, does the Minister accept that officer morale, retention, recruitment and ability to solve crimes are severely compromised, with police officers overworked, underpaid and subjected to unprecedented rises in bureaucratic processes—often dealing with things that police do not traditionally deal with, such as mental health care and social work?
Context
The question follows a period of increasing pressures on the police service, affecting morale, retention, recruitment, and crime-solving capacity.
Diana R. Johnson
The hon. Gentleman is a very experienced Member of this House. He has supported 14 years of Conservative government that have left us coming into government with a criminal justice system, including policing, that is in grave difficulty. I take the point that he raises, but he needs to recognise the role that he and his party have played in getting us to this point. Our aim now is to recruit more police officers, as the Home Secretary has said, and to increase neighbourhood policing as the bedrock of policing in this country.
Session: Police Funding Havering
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Does she agree that the London Borough of Havering is Essex despite being part of Greater London?
Context
Residents in Romford are upset about Mayor Khan's high-rise block plans.
Angela Rayner
As a Mancunian, I do not think I am in any place to tell Londoners what is in Essex and what is not.
Session: Topical Questions
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What steps her Department is taking to help reduce the use of animal testing in research. The reduction and ultimate ending of the need to use animals for testing purposes is an important policy objective of my animal-loving constituents in Romford. Does the Minister agree that animals are not laboratory tools but sentient creatures, and that the policy of replacement, reduction and refinement must be at the core of Government policy going forward?
Context
The question arises from ongoing efforts to reduce the use of animals in scientific research, highlighting the importance for constituents who care deeply about animal welfare.
Andrew Griffith
I know that this is an issue close to my hon. Friend's heart. He is a great animal lover, and I recall his past work as shadow Minister for animal welfare. This summer we will publish a plan, together with colleagues in the Home Office, to accelerate the uptake of non-animal methods of research.
Session: Animal Testing Research
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What steps her Department is taking to help reduce the use of animal testing in research. The reduction and ultimate ending of the need to use animals for testing purposes is an important policy objective of my animal-loving constituents in Romford. Does the Minister agree that animals are not laboratory tools but sentient creatures, and that the policy of replacement, reduction and refinement must be at the core of Government policy going forward?
Context
The question arises from ongoing efforts to reduce the use of animals in scientific research, highlighting the importance for constituents who care deeply about animal welfare.
Andrew Griffith
The Minister is committed to supporting the strategy for replacement, reduction and refinement. Since taking office, investment in non-animal methods has been doubled to £20 million. This summer, a joint plan with the Home Office will be published to accelerate the uptake of non-animal research methods.
Session: Animal Testing Research
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My constituents are very concerned about the cost of net zero, and we need to know what that will cost them. Surely the Government need to take the British people with them on these policies.
Context
The MP is concerned about constituents struggling with high energy prices, especially in relation to the cost of achieving net-zero emissions.
Amanda Solloway
That is certainly one of the Department's aims. We are very conscious that we must get that energy security while also helping all the vulnerable households—and non-domestic businesses—that need our support.
Session: Energy Bills
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He thanked the Minister for announcing funding but expressed disappointment that there is not a fundamental restructuring of the junction. He highlighted long-standing concerns over safety and congestion and asked the Minister to liaise with Transport for London and develop something better and more permanent.
Context
The MP is concerned about the safety and congestion issues at Gallows Corner, a major junction connecting eastern Greater London with Essex.
Guy Opperman
The Minister reassured the MP that over £50 million is being spent to improve Gallows Corner junction. He suggested that if the MP has concerns about the scope of the works, they should be taken up with TfL as it is for TfL to develop the full business case.
Session: Gallows Corner Flyover
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What recent discussions has he had with Transport for London on the refurbishment of Gallows Corner flyover?
Context
The MP is concerned about the recent discussions on the refurbishment of Gallows Corner flyover.
Guy Opperman
The Gallows Corner scheme was recently approved at outline business case stage, with over £50 million-worth of backing from the Department for Transport. My officials are liaising with Transport for London to progress the scheme to the next stage of the process.
Session: Gallows Corner Flyover
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My right hon. Friend will know that, in Romford, our national, country and county flags—the Union Jack, the cross of St George and the flag of Essex—are flown with great pride as inclusive symbols of our shared identity. Does she agree that all public buildings, schools and organisations should be encouraged to fly the appropriate flags as symbols of unity, patriotism and equality, rather than of division?
Context
The MP highlights the symbolic importance of flying national flags in his constituency and seeks government support for this practice.
Kemi Badenoch
Anyone in the UK is able to fly any of our national flags without needing the consent of their local authority, as per Government regulations that exempt national flags.
Session: Community Cohesion
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What steps the Government are taking to help ensure community cohesion. The 7 October attacks in Israel have strained community relations, leading to questions about acceptable public behaviour.
Context
The MP is concerned about community relations following recent events and seeks to understand government measures.
Kemi Badenoch
Published new guidance for public authorities on 18 December 2023 reminding them of their legal obligations under the public sector equality duty, specifically that they should consider how they contribute to good relations in communities as they deliver public services.
Session: Community Cohesion
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I would like the Chancellor of the Exchequer to know that high business rates are having a devastating effect on small and medium-sized businesses in historic market towns, such as Romford, that are large retail centres. As the Government are business friendly, will he please look at ways to reduce the burden of business rates on local businesses in constituencies like mine?
Context
High business rates are causing significant difficulties for small and medium-sized businesses in Romford, a large retail centre.
Jeremy Hunt
May I say what a pleasure it is to be asked a question by my hon. Friend? I think this is the first time it has happened since he has been back. There is no more formidable a champion for Romford. He speaks about business rates, and we have indeed been doing what we can to bring them down at every fiscal event.
Session: Topical Questions
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Data from Heathrow shows a 32% decline in retail spend on affected goods despite full recovery of passenger volumes post lockdown. Heathrow and many businesses are urging the Government to reintroduce VAT-free shopping or similar incentives. Will the Minister acknowledge these figures, listen to industry demands and reinstate this popular policy?
Context
Data from Heathrow airport shows that despite near-full recovery in passenger volumes post-lockdown, retail spend on affected goods remains 32% below pre-pandemic levels. The industry is calling for VAT-free shopping or similar incentives.
Nigel Huddleston
Met Heathrow last week to hear representations. The challenge is assessing forecast changes and potential costs of £2.5 billion from a worldwide scheme, considering deadweight cost and behavioural change assumptions.
Session: VAT Exemption for International Visitors
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Whether he plans to reintroduce VAT-free shopping for international visitors. The Government are considering the findings of the OBR review of VAT-free shopping alongside broader data and industry submissions. Will the Minister provide a definitive plan?
Context
The question arises from a review by the Office for Budget Responsibility of VAT-free shopping, following industry representations and data on retail spend.
Nigel Huddleston
The Government are considering the findings of the OBR review of VAT-free shopping alongside broader data and industry submissions. We continue to welcome further submissions and representations in response to those findings.
Session: VAT Exemption for International Visitors
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I think many people would be quite angered by the way certain national organisations have tried to change our national flags, the cross of St George and the Union Jack. Is it not time that we protected and cherished our national symbols by appointing a Minister of the Crown from the Cabinet Office to oversee that? Will the Minister also look at the Union Flag Bill of 2008, which would enshrine in legislation the protection of our cherished national flag?
Context
The question focuses on the potential misuse and alteration of national flags such as the cross of St George and the Union Jack by certain organisations.
Stuart Andrew
The Union Jack should be a unifying symbol for the whole country. It has looked the way it has for the past several hundred years and I see no point in messing around with it. I am not sure that we need legislation; we just need some common sense.
Session: National Symbols Regulation
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Will the Secretary of State join me in congratulating the amazing success of Romford football club, which has now got through to the FA vase final at Wembley on 11 May? Given the proud Essex town that Romford is, does she agree that BBC Essex and the regional TV and radio channels really should promote that in their broadcasting, instead of saying that we are not Essex? Does she agree that we should be given that prominence?
Context
The MP seeks to commend the achievement of reaching the FA vase final and requests for prominence for BBC Essex coverage.
Lucy Frazer
First, I extend my congratulations to Romford football club on reaching the final of the FA vase—it is a wonderful achievement and I wish the team the best of luck at Wembley. On the issue of BBC Essex, as my hon. Friend will know, the BBC is operationally and editorially independent of the Government, but I know that my hon. Friend has raised his concerns directly with the BBC, and I am sure that it will get back to him.
Session: Topical Questions
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If she will make an assessment of the potential merits of bringing forward legislative proposals to regulate the use of national symbols by commercial and other entities. I think many people would be quite angered by the way certain national organisations have tried to change our national flags, the cross of St George and the Union Jack. Is it not time that we protected and cherished our national symbols by appointing a Minister of the Crown from the Cabinet Office to oversee that? Will the Minister also look at the Union Flag Bill of 2008, which would enshrine in legislation the protection of our cherished national flag?
Context
The question addresses concerns about the use and misuse of national symbols such as the cross of St George and the Union Jack by certain organisations.
Stuart Andrew
The correct use of many national symbols, such as royal names, state emblems, the royal arms and the Government coat of arms, is already subject to Government regulation. The Union Jack should be a unifying symbol for the whole country. It has looked the way it has for the past several hundred years and I see no point in messing around with it. I am not sure that we need legislation; we just need some common sense.
Session: National Symbols Regulation
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Animal Shelters: Regulation of Euthanasia
24 June 2026
Responding: Stephen Morgan
Main Concerns
['The regulation of euthanasia in animal shelters is inadequate, with rescue organisations overwhelmed and operating beyond capacity. There are significant increases in abandonment due to the cost of living crisis and irresponsible breeding practices. Shelters lack space and resources for full behavioural assessments and adoption processes, leading to difficult decisions about euthanising healthy animals. The true scale of the issue is unknown as there is no centralised system recording the number of healthy or treatable animals being euthanised. There are concerns about transparency in the current systems.']
Specific Asks
['The government should establish a national reporting framework to provide transparency and accountability, review whether the seven-day holding period remains fit for purpose, consider temporarily restricting new breeding licences until pressure on shelters eases, compulsorily spay or neuter animals before adoption, strengthen laws on animal cruelty, establish a central database for stray animals, require routine microchip scanning in veterinary surgeries, and support initiatives like Vets Get Scanning.']
Equality Act 2010: Impact on British Society
10 September 2025
Responding: Seema Malhotra
Main Concerns
['The Equality Act 2010, passed in 2010, is alleged to have divided the country, fuelled grievance and undermined fairness. The Act has imprecise drafting such as its definition of race, which allows for racial segregation under certain circumstances. It has also created a culture of division and victimhood, with DEI training sessions and quotas.']
Specific Asks
['Repeal the Equality Act to return to a system where everyone is equal before the law without special treatment based on protected characteristics.']
Flags: Public Buildings
25 June 2025
Responding: Stephanie Peacock
Main Concerns
['In 2000, as a councillor in Havering, the hon. Member campaigned for the Union flag to be flown all year round from Romford town hall but faced opposition. After entering Parliament, he continued his campaign and successfully persuaded authorities to fly the Union Jack permanently above the Victoria Tower of Westminster starting January 6, 2010.']
Specific Asks
['The hon. Member requests support for flying national flags from public buildings as a symbol of unity and pride in British heritage.']
Passenger Boats and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency
17 March 2021
Responding: Robert Courts
Main Concerns
["The MP expressed concerns about the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's proposals to modify older passenger boats operating on the tidal Thames, which could lead to up to 25 boats being forced off the river. The plans include subdividing hulls and installing bulkheads, which would render many vessels unfit for purpose and cost hundreds of thousands of pounds per boat. This would be economically devastating for family businesses that have operated on the river for centuries. Additionally, he highlighted unfair competition from Uber Thames Clippers, which enjoys commercial advantages such as exemption from landing fees at busy central piers."]
Specific Asks
['The MP asked the Government to urgently review its position and consider a compromise solution where older boats would be restricted to operating west of Westminster pier without subdivision. He also requested that the Minister provide details on incidents justifying the plans and discuss compensation for affected businesses if the proposals proceed.']
Gibraltar: UK-EU Treaty
16 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Sudan
25 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Local Government Reorganisation
26 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Commonwealth Day 2026
11 March 2026
Adjournment Debate
Contributed to this debate
Adam Jogee, co-chair of the all-party parliamentary group for the Commonwealth and a member of the executive of the UK branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, acknowledged and marked Com...
Middle East
02 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Diego Garcia and British Indian Ocean Territory
25 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
British Indian Ocean Territory 2026-01-28
28 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Conservative MP Priti Patel argues that the United Kingdom should not cede sovereignty over the British Indian Ocean Territory to Mauritius, criticising Labour's £34.7 billion deal as harmful and detr...
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill 2026-01-26
26 January 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that the Government’s plans for the Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill are secure despite criticisms? The urgency lies in concerns over nation...
Local Government Reorganisation 2026-01-22
22 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
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...
Potential closure of the Gidea Park Library
03 April 2025
The petition concerns the potential closure of Gidea Park Library in Romford, which residents argue provides essential services and would adversely affect local communities, particularly young people ...
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Potential Closure of the Gidea Park Library
11 February 2025
The petition addresses the proposed closure of Gidea Park library in Romford by the London Borough of Havering, which residents argue would adversely affect local communities, especially young people ...
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Attendance
69.4%
68 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
37
37.8% of votes
No Votes
31
31.6% of votes
Abstentions
30
30.6% of votes
11 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Closure motion
Ayes: 293
Noes: 218
Passed
11 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 270
Noes: 286
Failed
10 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 77
Noes: 292
Failed
09 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
Ayes: 371
Noes: 100
Passed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
Ayes: 79
Noes: 300
Failed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
Failed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
Failed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
Ayes: 162
Noes: 297
Failed
07 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 6
Ayes: 77
Noes: 317
Failed
07 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 145
Ayes: 170
Noes: 316
Failed
04 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Motion to sit in private
Ayes: 1
Noes: 79
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
Ayes: 105
Noes: 410
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
Ayes: 85
Noes: 427
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 411
Noes: 102
Passed
01 Jul 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 80
Noes: 281
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 323
Noes: 160
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
Ayes: 332
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
Ayes: 329
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
Noes: 93
Passed
23 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
Ayes: 108
Noes: 307
Failed
23 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
Ayes: 294
Noes: 110
Passed
23 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
Noes: 283
Failed
22 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
Noes: 311
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
Ayes: 104
Noes: 391
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
Ayes: 74
Noes: 323
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
Ayes: 171
Noes: 322
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
Noes: 94
Passed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
Noes: 317
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
Ayes: 143
Noes: 249
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
Ayes: 135
Noes: 258
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
Noes: 244
Failed
16 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 77
Noes: 255
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 151
Noes: 258
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 162
Noes: 246
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ayes: 262
Noes: 86
Passed
24 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
Ayes: 69
Noes: 279
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
Noes: 256
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED NO
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
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
Passed
8
PMQs Asked
75
Ministerial Questions Asked
93
House of Commons Debates Involved
4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
11
Statements / Bills
2
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
+119% above average
This MP:
8
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+460% above average
This MP:
75
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+59% above average
This MP:
4
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1814% above average
This MP:
93
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
+16% above average
This MP:
11
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-18% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+0% above average
This MP:
69.4
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 Rosindell's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.