Connor Rand
MP for Altrincham and Sale West
Lab
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Prime Minister's Questions
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Small businesses are at the heart of Altrincham and Sale West, and when I meet them, often alongside the Altrincham district improvement board, they tell me that one of the biggest problems they face is late payments. Can the Minister explain further how this Government's action on mandatory interest rates and to force large firms to pay up within 60 days is a win for my high street?
Context
The MP noted that late payments are a significant issue for small businesses in his constituency, impacting their operations and cash flow.
Blair McDougall
My hon. Friend always fights hard for small businesses in his patch. This Bill will ensure that purchasers pay suppliers within 60 days and that mandatory interest is paid on late invoices. For too long, large businesses have used small businesses as a source of free credit. That will end under these plans. That will mean better cash flow for businesses in his constituency, more jobs, more economic growth and better high streets.
Session: Late Payment Small Businesses 2026-07-02
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What steps his Department is taking to help tackle late payments for small businesses. Small businesses are at the heart of Altrincham and Sale West, and when I meet them, often alongside the Altrincham district improvement board, they tell me that one of the biggest problems they face is late payments.
Context
The MP noted that late payments are a significant issue for small businesses in his constituency, impacting their operations and cash flow.
Blair McDougall
This Government are determined to tackle the scourge of late payments, which closes down the equivalent of 38 businesses every day. The Commercial Payments Bill was introduced to Parliament on 19 May and had its Second Reading in the House of Lords on 9 June. This legislation sets out stricter maximum payment terms, mandatory interest on late payments and stronger powers for the Small Business Commissioner to ensure that small businesses are paid on time. That will give the UK the strongest legal framework on late payments in the G7. My hon. Friend always fights hard for small businesses in his patch. This Bill will ensure that purchasers pay suppliers within 60 days and that mandatory interest is paid on late invoices. For too long, large businesses have used small businesses as a source of free credit. That will end under these plans. That will mean better cash flow for businesses in his constituency, more jobs, more economic growth and better high streets.
Session: Late Payment Small Businesses 2026-07-02
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Could the Minister update the House on what the Government are doing to tackle this crisis, and to bring to justice the men who drive women to end their lives?
Context
The MP highlights an increasing trend of women taking their own lives due to domestic violence, with under-reporting and lack of criminal accountability.
Catherine Atkinson
The Government have asked the Law Commission to conduct a review of homicide law, including manslaughter charges where abuse may drive someone to suicide. We are working with experts to better understand and prevent suicides linked to domestic abuse.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls
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Given Russia's hybrid warfare threat, does the Government agree on seeking a closer relationship with the European Union within a NATO framework?
Context
Government increased military support to Ukraine but needs closer relationships with allies.
John Healey
I agree with my hon. Friend that we are right to seek a closer relationship with the European Union, which has an important contribution to make, from within a “NATO first” framework. That is why, last year, we signed the security and defence partnership with the European Union.
Session: Russia Level of Threat
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A four-month-old baby in my constituency died after being placed in an unsafe sleeping position by someone who called themselves a maternity nurse despite having no medical qualifications. The coroner who worked on the case has called on the Secretary of State to regulate the infant sleep industry urgently. As it stands, anyone can call themselves a maternity nurse and create the illusion of expertise, all while providing life-threatening advice on sleep for babies. I know that the Secretary of State is aware of this case and is working on this issue, but can he provide an update on what he is doing to prevent a tragedy such as the one in my constituency from ever happening again?
Wes Streeting
I thank my hon. Friend for raising that absolutely horrific case; my sincere condolences go to the family for the loss of this poor baby. No patient should ever believe that someone is a trained professional, only to discover that they have no formal qualifications. This Government are protecting the professional title of nurse, so that no other families have to endure the suffering of his constituents. We will shortly be seeking widespread input to get that right, and we will be making changes in this Parliament. We will absolutely be addressing the issues that have been raised as a direct result of this tragedy.
Session: Maternity Care
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What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to promote equality as part of the Government mission to break down barriers to opportunity.
Context
Connor Rand mentioned the government's initiatives to tackle child poverty and promote equality, including the expansion of free school meals and scrapping the two-child limit.
Bridget Phillipson
Our recent “Every Child Achieving and Thriving” White Paper sets out our ambition to raise standards for all children and to halve the disadvantage gap between poorer children and their peers at the end of their secondary school career, to make sure that where someone is from does not determine where they end up. We are expanding free school meals and scrapping the two-child limit to lift half a million children out of poverty.
Session: Promoting Equality
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Poverty and economic inequality scar the education and life chances of children. Is it not right that by lifting the two-child limit, delivering 30 hours of free childcare, rolling out free breakfast clubs and family hubs and opening new school-based nurseries, including at Altrincham Church of England primary school in my constituency, this Government are investing in equality for children, and that that investment will be repaid many times over, when every child has the support they need to reach their full potential?
Context
Connor Rand highlighted the impact of poverty and economic inequality on children's education and life chances, referencing the government's actions to lift the two-child limit and deliver free childcare.
Bridget Phillipson
Tackling child poverty is not just a moral imperative; it is an investment in our country's future and in our own economic security. That is why we are determined to give every child the best start in life. The Conservatives might not like that: on their watch record numbers of children were pushed into poverty but this Labour Government will lift half a million children out of poverty.
Session: Promoting Equality
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I draw the Secretary of State's attention to Wiseup Networks, an organisation, based in my constituency, that enables employers across Manchester and London to provide young people with work experience and mentoring opportunities for those with social and economic barriers to work, including young people with special educational needs. Will the Secretary of State meet me and Wiseup Networks to discuss how we can support its vital work?
Context
The MP highlighted Wiseup Networks, an organisation based in his constituency that provides work experience and mentoring opportunities for young people.
Pat McFadden
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for highlighting the valuable work of Wiseup Networks. He is absolutely right; work experience and mentoring can play a very important role in helping young people to find work. Confidence can be an issue for young people, so building that up is really important. I am happy to arrange a meeting between him and a Minister from this team.
Session: Support for NEET Young People
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For too long, victims in Altrincham and Sale West and across the country have been treated as secondary thoughts in the criminal justice system—left in limbo, not knowing their rights and feeling voiceless when decisions are made on bail and sentencing. What reassurances can the Minister give that victims will be at the heart of the justice system following the Government’s reforms?
Context
Mr Rand raises concerns about victims being treated as secondary thoughts, left in limbo without knowing their rights or having input on bail and sentencing decisions.
Alex Davies-Jones
I thank my hon. Friend for that vital question about putting victims back at the heart of our criminal justice system. That is exactly what this Government are doing by providing free court transcripts for criminal cases, introducing new restriction zones in the Sentencing Act 2026, and consulting on a brand-new victims code to enshrine victims’ rights and ensure they have the ability to request information on parole and offender management.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Cresta Court hotel in my constituency has been used to house asylum seekers for just over a year. That is bad for the taxpayer, bad for my community and bad for those going through the system. As I have said to the Minister on many occasions, the Cresta—like all hotels housing asylum seekers—must be returned to normal use as soon as possible. As we seek to build a fair, safe and just immigration and asylum system out of the wreckage left to us by those on the Opposition Benches, could he provide an update on the Government’s work to make that happen?
Context
The MP is concerned about the Cresta Court hotel being used to house asylum seekers for over a year.
The Minister for Border Security and Asylum (Alex Norris)
I know my hon. Friend’s constituency well and of where he speaks. We are clear that that hotel and all hotels being used for this purpose must shut. I know colleagues will want information as soon as possible. They may not have to wait too much longer, but it is right that we do this in an orderly and controlled way to ensure that the system works.
Session: Asylum Hotels
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My constituent Mike lost his wife to cancer, but as well as battling the physical symptoms, she faced devastating mental health effects, becoming deeply depressed after her terminal diagnosis. Despite that, she never received appropriate mental health support, and this significant issue for cancer patients should be addressed as part of our welcome reforms to palliative care. Could the relevant Minister meet me and Mike to discuss his campaign to improve mental health support for those with a terminal diagnosis?
Context
The MP referenced a constituent's wife who battled cancer, highlighting the mental health challenges she faced without adequate support.
The Minister for Secondary Care (Karin Smyth)
Of course, I am sorry to hear about the loss of my hon. Friend’s constituent’s wife, and our thoughts are with him and his family. My hon. Friend raises an excellent point, and we are supporting people with cancer who are experiencing poor mental health care by expanding access to psychological therapies through NHS talking therapies. I am sure that the Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, my hon. Friend the Member for West Lancashire (Ashley Dalton), will be happy to talk to him as she develops her cancer plan to ensure that these issues are incorporated.
Session: Cancer Care
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It is important to restate that supporting our armed forces and their families should be a year-round commitment. How will the new consumer charter ensure that we provide homes fit for heroes?
Context
In the week of Remembrance Sunday, Mr Rand highlighted the importance of supporting armed forces and their families daily. He noted that over the past decade, two thirds of service family accommodation was deemed unfit for purpose by the Defence Committee.
The Secretary of State for Defence (John Healey)
My hon. Friend recognises remembrance as a time to honour current service members alongside those from the past. We address demands on them by ensuring they do not worry about living in unfit homes. We end the scandal of Tory privatisation and invest £9 billion over ten years to improve existing housing. Additionally, we build new homes on surplus defence land to ensure that armed forces families have fit-for-purpose accommodation.
Session: Armed Forces Families Housing
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Working with colleagues in Greater Manchester, I have been proud to campaign for greater investment in our public transport infrastructure. The Government listened and delivered £2.5 billion of funding for the Bee Network, which will allow us to create the first fully integrated zero-emission public transport system. Will my right hon. Friend explain what that will mean for my constituents in terms of jobs, growth and connectivity?
Context
The MP notes the campaign for greater public transport infrastructure investment in Greater Manchester.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Rachel Reeves)
My hon. Friend is a proud champion of the people of Altrincham and Sale West. Investment through the transport for city regions fund will allow the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, to invest in local priorities, creating jobs, better commutes, bigger labour markets and more opportunity across Greater Manchester. That includes investment in the fully electric Bee Network with zero-emission public transport by 2030, including the purchase of 1,000 new electric buses made in Rochdale, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Session: Infrastructure Strategy Economic Growth
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Improving our paternity leave offer will be good for parents, good for children and good for our economy. I recently organised an event with Labour colleagues, the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers, and Dad Shift, where we heard from Tesco about the benefits that six weeks of fully paid paternity leave had brought to its business. As part of the parental leave review, which I warmly welcome, will the Minister proactively reach out to businesses, such as Tesco, that are leading the way on paternity leave?
Context
The question arises from the need for better support for working families through improved parental leave policies. Mr Rand organised an event with Labour colleagues, a union, and a campaign group where they discussed the benefits of extended paternity leave provided by businesses like Tesco.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Justin Madders)
I thank my hon. Friend for his efforts in this area, and indeed for highlighting the excellent work that some businesses are already doing, going further than the statutory minimum. As we know, when it comes to supporting working parents, every little helps. This review will be evidence based. It will reflect and consider the views and experiences of those who engage with the parental leave and pay system. I encourage all businesses to contribute to the call for evidence, which was launched earlier this month. I can assure my hon. Friend that I plan to engage constructively with businesses, including Tesco and business representatives, throughout the period of the review.
Session: Parental Leave
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Does the Minister agree with me that, after years of the Conservatives picking fights with our most important allies rather than working with them on the shared challenges we face, our recently agreed trade deal and our closer co-operation on security and migration show the benefits of a grown-up approach to improving relations with our European partners?
Context
The MP contrasts the current government's approach with previous policies of conflict and argues that recent agreements show benefits.
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right. The trade and co-operation agreement left a massive gap in our ability to tackle irregular migration. The agreement we have now made with the EU starts the process of filling that gap through a comprehensive partnership. It includes enhancing our operational relationship to tackle organised immigration crime and irregular migration with key agencies such as Europol.
Session: Relations with the European Union
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Will the Secretary of State outline how the Water (Special Measures) Bill will ensure the end of sewage dumping into rivers and streams for good? The Bill aims to ban bonuses for executives responsible for pollution.
Context
Last year, there were 3,366 hours of sewage dumping in Altrincham and Sale West's waterways, leaving them in poor condition.
Steve Reed
The Bill will prevent companies from paying undeserved bonuses, ensuring money is spent on infrastructure improvements instead. This should stop sewage dumping into rivers and streams.
Session: Pollution of Waterways
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What progress has been made on reducing pollution in waterways? The Government's programme aims to ban the payment of undeserved bonuses to executives who fail to address pollution issues.
Context
The public is concerned about sewage polluting rivers, lakes, and seas. Water companies are responsible for significant pollution.
Steve Reed
The Bill will place water companies under special measures, banning bonuses for executives responsible for sewage polluting rivers and seas. The review aims to shape further legislation that will clean up rivers, lakes, and seas.
Session: Pollution of Waterways
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A huge part of tackling discrimination against disabled people is challenging preconceptions about what people can achieve. Will the Minister therefore join me in congratulating the phenomenal Joseph Adams, a 21-year-old with Down's syndrome in my constituency, who recently ran ten 10 km races in ten different countries in just five days as part of his “no limits” challenge? He has raised a staggering £400,000 for a disability sports and employment programme in my community.
Context
The MP highlights the achievements of Joseph Adams, a constituent with Down's syndrome who completed a significant sporting challenge.
Stephen Timms
I am delighted to congratulate Joseph, and I welcome my hon. Friend's drawing his achievements to our attention. I spent an inspiring few days at the Paralympics in Paris not long ago. It was partly inspiring because we came second behind only China—ahead of the USA, and ahead of all the other European countries as well. My hon. Friend is right to highlight the importance of this issue. We are going to work with disabled people and their organisations to make sport more accessible and to remove the barriers that are too often in place.
Session: Discrimination against Disabled People
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Terminal Illness: Mental Health Support
03 December 2025
Responding: Dr Zubir Ahmed
Main Concerns
["Mike's wife Sarah, diagnosed with lung cancer in 2017, experienced significant mental health issues. Despite a physical treatment success, Sarah suffered from depression and anxiety, unable to enjoy activities she once loved. She faced long waiting lists for counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy, which were inadequate for her needs. Psycho-oncologists are scarce, with one local hospital's specialist being overburdened."]
Specific Asks
['The MP asks the Minister to consider recommendations: mapping service provision, funding more psycho-oncologists, conducting baseline mental health assessments upon diagnosis, and creating clear pathways for referral to experienced specialists. Additionally, a meeting is requested to discuss these proposals in detail.']
Hongkongers in the UK: Visas, Security and Services
17 October 2024
Responding: Seema Malhotra
Main Concerns
["The speaker is concerned about the erosion of democracy and human rights in Hong Kong since 2020, with over 10,000 arrests of protesters, 900 journalists losing their livelihoods, and a rapid increase in political prisoners. There are also issues with the BNO visa scheme's loopholes for those born between 1979 and 1997 who cannot apply due to age restrictions. Additionally, there is fear among Hongkongers about Chinese state interference and threats of espionage."]
Specific Asks
['The speaker asks the government to ensure that Hong Kongers with criminal records from protesting are not denied visas; to engage in conversations to close the loophole for those born between 1979 and 1997; to guarantee the safety of Hongkongers in the UK, especially given recent Chinese state aggression; and to address issues like accessing retirement savings and tuition fees.']
Maternity Nurses, Nannies and the Infant Sleep Industry
08 June 2026
Adjournment Debate
Led by this MP
The MP highlighted the vulnerability of parents seeking advice on infant care, especially regarding safe sleeping practices. He expressed concern over unqualified individuals posing as experts in this...
Hatzola Ambulance Attack
23 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Social Cohesion Action Plan
09 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Iran 2026-02-03
03 February 2026
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm the Government’s actions regarding the brutal crackdown on protesters in Iran? The MP is concerned about the scale of violence and brutality, including reports of tens of tho...
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Employment Rights Bill 2025-12-08
08 December 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government's plan to make work pay through the Employment Rights Bill will bring employment rights legislation into the 21st century, extending protections for all workers. This includes reducing ...
Domestic Violence Support for Victims’ Families 2025-12-04
04 December 2025
Adjournment Debate
Led by this MP
I applied for this debate to raise the case of Paula Leeson on behalf of her family. The Leeson family believes that Paula was killed by her then husband Donald McPherson in 2019, who is currently a f...
Budget Resolutions 2025-12-02
02 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
International Men’s Day 2025-11-20
20 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Emphasised the importance of addressing prostate cancer by prioritising it in the national cancer plan, updating GP guidelines for early conversations with men at risk, providing clear advice on onlin...
Independent Football Regulator 2025-11-12
12 November 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Secretary of State confirm that she has breached the governance code for public appointments three times in her involvement with the appointment process for the chair of the Independent Footb...
Attendance
69.9%
58 of 83 votes
Aye Votes
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27.7% of votes
No Votes
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42.2% of votes
Abstentions
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Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
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01 Jul 2026
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
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Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
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24 Jun 2026
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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
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24 Jun 2026
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Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
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24 Jun 2026
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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
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24 Jun 2026
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Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
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Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
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23 Jun 2026
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Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
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Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
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22 Jun 2026
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
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22 Jun 2026
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
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22 Jun 2026
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
Ayes: 143
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
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Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
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Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
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24 Feb 2026
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Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
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23 Feb 2026
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
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23 Feb 2026
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
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Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
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Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
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Failed
23 Feb 2026
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Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 361
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11 Feb 2026
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Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
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11 Feb 2026
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Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
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11 Feb 2026
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Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
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04 Feb 2026
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Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
03 Feb 2026
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Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
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Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Medical Devices (Fees Amendment) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 294
Noes: 108
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28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
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28 Jan 2026
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Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
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27 Jan 2026
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Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
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27 Jan 2026
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Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
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27 Jan 2026
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Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
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21 Jan 2026
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National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
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21 Jan 2026
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National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
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21 Jan 2026
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National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
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21 Jan 2026
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The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
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20 Jan 2026
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Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
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20 Jan 2026
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Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
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20 Jan 2026
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Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
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Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
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PMQs Asked
18
Ministerial Questions Asked
23
House of Commons Debates Involved
2
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
83
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1370 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+32% above average
This MP:
18
Average:
13.7
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-21% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+375% above average
This MP:
23
Average:
4.8
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.4
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+1% above average
This MP:
69.9
Average:
69.5
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 Connor Rand's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.