Gavin Williamson
MP for Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
Con
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Prime Minister's Questions
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In the Staffordshire county council area we have amazing community spaces, but they would benefit from additional investment, and Pride in Place would have been a great way to allocate it. Sadly, none of the local authorities in that county council area is eligible for Pride in Place, and the result feels a little like gerrymandering, but I am sure that that is not the case. Will the Secretary of State commit to looking afresh at whether there is any opportunity for Staffordshire not to be forgotten by this Government?
Context
Staffordshire county council area is facing a challenge with community spaces despite being eligible for additional investment through Pride in Place. The lack of local authorities' eligibility under this programme raises concerns about potential gerrymandering and the need to reconsider opportunities for Staffordshire.
Steve Reed
Through fair funding, Labour is ensuring that funding goes where deprivation is highest. The previous Prime Minister, the right hon. Member for Richmond and Northallerton (Rishi Sunak), stood up in a leafy garden in Tunbridge Wells and boasted about how the Conservatives were taking money away from deprived areas to use it for what I can only assume was gerrymandering.
Session: Pride in Place Community Spaces
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With plans to regionalise police forces and potential scrapping of Staffordshire constabulary, there is fear that less focus will be placed on protecting children due to reduced engagement between senior police officers and local authorities. What actions will the Minister take to ensure this does not happen?
Context
There are concerns that the Government's plans to regionalise police forces could lead to fewer senior officers working with local authorities, potentially reducing focus on protecting vulnerable children.
Jess Phillips
The right hon. Gentleman raises a key point about how safeguarding will be rooted at the heart of reforms, and I work frequently with the Minister for Children to ensure multi-agency hubs are fit for future needs. I assure the right hon. Gentleman that I will take his concerns in good faith.
Session: Child Exploitation
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I very much associate myself with the Minister's words on the sad loss. She touched on the important issue of the vital role that court bailiffs play. Many small businesses are struggling to recover money because of a lack of court bailiffs. What actions are the Government looking to take to increase the number of court bailiffs, in order to help small businesses recover the money that they are owed?
Context
Many small businesses struggle to recover money owed to them due to a lack of court bailiffs.
Sarah Sackman
As we want to protect debtors, we also need to ensure creditors can recover funds. That is why we plan to uplift fixed fees for enforcement agents to create a sustainable and effective enforcement sector.
Session: Bailiffs
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What action is the Minister taking to reverse the trend of rising youth unemployment in the hospitality sector?
Context
Youth unemployment is currently at 15% and the hospitality sector plays a key role in providing jobs for young people.
Kate Dearden
Our focus is on skills and training, and getting young people into work. We provide full training costs for young apprentices aged 16 to 21, and employers are not required to pay national insurance contributions for all apprentices under the age of 25. We are looking to our £820 million youth guarantee and so much more to provide employment support and to give them a guaranteed job.
Session: Hospitality Sector
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If she will have discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of the opening of papers relating to the murder of Martha Giles in 1959. I know that the Minister is a deeply compassionate lady. On 12 February 1959, Martha Giles was brutally murdered leaving her work at New Cross hospital in Wolverhampton. She left behind five children. Only one of those children, Mrs Edwards, is still alive today, and she desperately seeks answers.
Context
The question is prompted by the ongoing search for justice regarding the brutal murder of Martha Giles in 1959, which left her five children without their mother.
Sarah Jones
I am advised that decisions about opening or closing the National Archives' records on the murder of Martha Giles are a matter for the Metropolitan Police Service and not for us, but I am very happy to facilitate introductions with the Met police. I thank the right hon. Member, and I again offer my condolences to Martha's family, who have been looking for justice for many decades. I am happy to do what I can within the bounds of what I am allowed to do.
Session: Martha Giles
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If she will have discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of the opening of papers relating to the murder of Martha Giles in 1959. I know that the Minister is a deeply compassionate lady. On 12 February 1959, Martha Giles was brutally murdered leaving her work at New Cross hospital in Wolverhampton. She left behind five children. Only one of those children, Mrs Edwards, is still alive today, and she desperately seeks answers.
Context
The question is prompted by the ongoing search for justice regarding the brutal murder of Martha Giles in 1959, which left her five children without their mother.
Sarah Jones
I am advised that decisions about opening or closing the National Archives' records on the murder of Martha Giles are a matter for the Metropolitan Police Service and not for us, but I am very happy to facilitate introductions with the Met police. I thank the right hon. Member, and I again offer my condolences to Martha's family, who have been looking for justice for many decades. I am happy to do what I can within the bounds of what I am allowed to do.
Session: Martha Giles
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Building on the question from the hon. Member for Macclesfield, police and crime commissioners were able to act as a strong independent voice for commissioners. In what has been outlined so far, there is not really a voice for victims in local areas. What will the Secretary of State do to make sure that is remedied?
Context
Concerns raised about the abolition of police and crime commissioners and its impact on victim support services.
David Lammy (Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice)
We have up to May 2028. It is important that we get the money in and that that money particularly goes to the frontline. When I meet organisations on the ground such as Rape Crisis, they are the voice of women on the frontline, but of course we are looking very closely at how this interaction will work after we no longer have PCCs.
Session: Victim Support Funding
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I thank the Secretary of State for her answer; I know that she takes the issue of Chinese influence incredibly seriously. The free speech legislation brought forward by the previous Government required the monitoring of bodies that are supported by the Chinese or funded and supported by the Government of China. That was dropped. Will the Secretary of State look at bringing it back?
Context
The previous government introduced legislation to monitor bodies supported by the Chinese Government. This was dropped recently.
The Secretary of State for Education (Bridget Phillipson)
I recognise the right hon. Gentleman’s long-standing interest in this area. Our national security is of the utmost importance, and the Office for Students already has extensive powers to require information from providers to investigate any breaches. If we are to introduce new reporting requirements, we must ensure that they add value without being overly burdensome, but I can be absolutely clear to the right hon. Gentleman and to this House that we expect universities to be alert to risks and to take action.
Session: Universities Chinese Influence
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The Minister has heard what an amazing set of mid-sized and large businesses we have in the west midlands supporting defence, but we also have some amazing research universities. What more is the MOD looking at doing to work more closely with our universities, getting them geared towards supporting our move to rearming this country?
Context
Sir Gavin Williamson noted the presence of mid-sized and large businesses in support of defence but also highlighted research universities' role in the west midlands.
The Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry (Luke Pollard)
I am grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for raising the important role that universities play. In the defence industrial strategy, published a few months ago, we set out our ambition to create a defence universities alliance, bringing together the very best cutting-edge research that is being done in our universities. We are working with Universities UK to put that together, and there will be further announcements in short order, but I hope that the universities on the right hon. Gentleman’s patch will participate so that we can grow our economy and keep our nation safe.
Session: Defence Procurement SMEs
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What steps is his Department taking to support people with acute myeloid leukaemia? My constituent Ruth Wake, diagnosed with AML in January 2023, underwent chemo and a stem cell transplant which has now failed. Under current regulations, she cannot receive another transplant due to the time elapsed since her first attempt. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines are outdated; could the Minister look into this case and these guidelines?
Context
Ruth Wake, a constituent of Sir Gavin Williamson from Brewood, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in January last year. She has undergone chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant but the transplant failed after nine and a half months under current rules.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care (Ashley Dalton)
The Minister thanks Sir Gavin Williamson for his concern about the constituent, confirms that one of her ministerial colleagues will write to him soon regarding the specific case. She adds that while she cannot comment on individual cases due to privacy laws, she understands the urgency of Ruth's situation and notes the importance of revisiting guidelines based on recent scientific advancements.
Session: Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
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The announcement by the Secretary of State of the investment in the M54-M6 link road was very much welcomed, but a number of local businesses, including Hollies farm shop and Cate’s Cakes, will potentially be impacted, as people may not be able to access them during construction. Will the Secretary of State arrange for one of her senior officials to meet me and a number of local businesses to discuss how these issues can best be mitigated?
Context
The Chancellor announced investment in the M54-M6 link road during the spending review. However, local businesses are concerned about potential disruptions during construction.
Heidi Alexander
I was very pleased that the Chancellor announced in the spending review that we would move ahead with the M54-M6 link road. As the then Roads Minister, my hon. Friend the Member for Nottingham South (Lilian Greenwood), has said, that was a “no-brainer”. I would be very happy to ask my officials to meet the right hon. Gentleman to discuss support for local businesses during construction.
Session: Transport Economic Growth
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In my view, Stone railway station is one of the most attractive and beautiful stations on the west coast main line. Sadly, though, its platforms are too short, meaning that inter-city trains cannot stop there. Would the Chancellor of the Exchequer be kind enough to speak with her Transport colleagues about what future options there are for Stone to benefit from the extension of platforms, which would improve its connectivity to not just Birmingham and Manchester, but also London?
Context
The MP points out the limitations of Stone railway station due to its platform length.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Rachel Reeves)
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his question relating to his constituency. It is a shame that the Conservative party did not invest in extending those platforms when it was in power for 14 years. I am very happy to discuss with my colleagues at the Department for Transport how the his constituents can benefit from the extra £120 billion that this Government are putting into capital investment.
Session: Infrastructure Strategy Economic Growth
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I think the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and I are politically completely at one, because if it was down the two of us, we would relocate all civil servants to Wolverhampton and Staffordshire. What is also incredibly important is Ministers being in those offices. Will he commit to publishing the details of ministerial attendance in offices outside London, including how long they stayed in those offices?
Context
The MP wants the Government to publish details of ministerial attendance in offices outside London to ensure Ministers are present.
Pat McFadden (The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster)
I am not sure I will. While Ministers should attend on occasion, Ministers having to be in a certain place just to keep up with a published record is not the best use of their time. I very much welcome civil servants working in Wolverhampton. The Cabinet Office has a fantastic building in Glasgow, which I have enjoyed visiting and working in on several occasions.
Session: Topical Questions
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The last Government saw civil servant jobs relocated not just to Wolverhampton, but to Stoke-on-Trent. It is important that the very top level of the civil service is also located outside of London, so will the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster set out how many permanent secretaries are currently located permanently outside London? What steps will he take to ensure that more permanent secretaries are located in both Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent?
Context
The MP references the relocation of civil service jobs to Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent during the previous government's term.
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (Pat McFadden)
We do not have a permanent secretary in Wolverhampton, but it is important that there is career progression and that there are senior roles outside London. That should include permanent secretaries, and that should all come within our target of half of UK-based senior civil servants being located outside London by 2030.
Session: Civil Service Relocation
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What assessment has the Minister made of the number of jobs that Great British Energy will create in the People’s Republic of China?
Context
Sir Gavin Williamson queries the potential job creation in China as a result of Great British Energy.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Michael Shanks)
I think the right hon. Gentleman gives the game away there. Although the Conservative party did not particularly care where the supply chains were, we in the Labour party are committed to delivering good, well-paid jobs in this country.
Session: Great British Energy
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In Staffordshire and the west midlands, we are the only part of the country that is a net exporter of manufactured goods. The threat from Trump on tariffs could have a significant impact on manufacturers right across Staffordshire and the west midlands. What action are the Government taking to ensure that we will continue to export our world-leading products?
Context
Sir Gavin Williamson points out that Staffordshire and the West Midlands are the only part of the country that is a net exporter of manufactured goods. He raises concerns about potential impacts from tariffs imposed by Trump.
The Minister for Industry (Sarah Jones)
The right hon. Gentleman is right that the west midlands is a big exporter to many different countries, including the US and others. Of course, we will keep talking with the US, as the Secretary of State has been doing, and will ensure that we are standing up for British industry and doing the right thing.
Session: Manufacturing West Midlands
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Sir Gavin Williamson noted that the HEX Group and SI Group are significant employers in his constituency, impacted by higher energy prices than those in Germany, the Netherlands, and France. He asked when these companies will be able to purchase energy at comparable rates.
Context
The chemical industry in Sir Gavin's constituency is facing challenges due to high energy costs compared to European competitors. The CEO of INEOS has warned about the potential extinction of the British chemical industry.
The Minister for Industry (Sarah Jones)
The previous Government’s economic policies have been detrimental to the chemical industry. The current government acknowledges the importance of this sector and is working on building stable energy policies that support these foundational industries, including through conversations with manufacturers.
Session: Industrial Strategy
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Energy costs for heavy industries like steel, ceramics, etc., are rising due to regulations and global markets. Other countries provide more support to their heavy industries by ensuring lower input costs for energy. What can be done to protect our heavy industry in the future?
Context
Heavy industry relies on low-cost energy. Energy prices are rising due to regulation and market conditions, impacting the competitiveness of UK heavy industries.
James Murray (Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury)
The priority is to bring down the cost of energy through investment in renewable home-grown energy, ensuring energy independence, security and lower bills for households and businesses.
Session: High-emission Steel
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What was so tragic was that so few senior voices were being heard in the Anglican Church. The Makin review named the Bishop of Lincoln and the bishop in charge of the Episcopal Church, but so few people have been held to account. Will the hon. Lady please ensure that more people are properly held to account and that some of the people who have been named are cleared out of those top jobs?
Context
The Makin report identified several senior figures within the Church of England, including bishops and church executives.
Marsha De Cordova
The right hon. Member makes a critical point. It is so important for the Church to view this as the chance to turn a corner and make it a watershed moment. We need change, and those responsible must be held to account.
Session: Makin Review
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Many of my constituents have benefited over many years from the right to buy their council homes and social housing, which has given them an important step on to the ladder to home ownership. The discounts in Staffordshire are going to be cut to £16,000. I do not doubt that the Chancellor, like me, wants to help as many people as possible on to the path to home ownership. Will she pledge to review that decision with regard to the impact it will have on so many people, and look at restoring that discount in future?
Context
The MP is concerned about the reduction of right-to-buy discounts in Staffordshire from £75,000 to £16,000.
Rachel Reeves
As the right hon. Gentleman will know, home ownership fell under the previous Government. We are determined to turn that around and ensure that more people, particularly families, get on to the housing ladder. As he has confirmed, the right to buy discounts will continue, but in future every penny of that money will go back into building new social housing, so that more people can have a home of their own and a roof over their head.
Session: Affordable Housing
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How is the Secretary of State looking at developing and growing the base in Wolverhampton as part of her wider strategy?
Context
There is a drive to get civil servants out of London and across the country. The city of Wolverhampton has an existing Departmental presence.
Angela Rayner
The strategy will create a more coherent office estate that enables stronger office communities and transparent career pathways for progression, and we will continue to be represented across each of the regions and nations of the United Kingdom.
Session: Departmental Office Closures
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HMP Featherstone, HMP Oakwood and HMP Brinsford, including a young offender institution, in my constituency are brilliantly supported by amazing staff. However, one pressure is the number of foreign national offenders in these prisons. What steps is the Minister taking to ensure that those foreign national offenders are returned to their countries?
Context
HMP Featherstone, HMP Oakwood and HMP Brinsford in the constituency face pressures due to a high number of foreign national offenders.
Nicholas Dakin
We are already on track to remove more foreign national offenders than the Conservative party ever did.
Session: Supporting Prison Officers
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Ethiopia is on the cusp of recognising the Republic of Somaliland. Will the Minister look at where British policy is, to make sure that it reflects the new reality? Might she have time to meet me to discuss how we can strengthen and deepen the relationship between Britain and the Republic of Somaliland?
Context
Ethiopia may recognise the Republic of Somaliland. This could impact British foreign policy.
Anneliese Dodds
The UK has encouraged dialogue between Ethiopia and Somalia on the Ethiopia-Somaliland memorandum of understanding. We have also expressed our full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia. I would be happy to meet the right hon. Gentleman to discuss any issue, including that one.
Session: Topical Questions
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Across the horn of Africa, we are seeing one of the worst droughts in 40 years. Coupled with the tragedy of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, that is pushing millions of people into starvation. What more can we do to help on the ground and save lives?
Context
Drought conditions and the Russian invasion of Ukraine have led to severe food insecurity in the Horn of Africa, affecting millions. The UK has already provided substantial aid.
Vicky Ford
This is a terrible tragedy. So far this year, we have provided more than £72 million of additional support to countries in the region, which is helping about 8 million people. We played a vital role in convening a roundtable in Geneva that raised about $400 million. Last week, I wrote to the president of the World Bank to urge it to mobilise further funding urgently. I will meet representatives of the Disasters Emergency Committee later this week to discuss further steps.
Session: Topical Questions
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Business Rates Relief: High-street Businesses
04 June 2025
Responding: James Murray
Main Concerns
['The Government’s reduction in business rates relief from 75% to 40% has had a significant impact on many businesses across Staffordshire and the west midlands. This change is particularly damaging for small family-run enterprises that are struggling to recover from the pandemic, which saw a shift towards online shopping habits. The increase in business rate bills ranges from £3,589 to £8,613 for shops and from £5,051 to £12,122 for restaurants.']
Specific Asks
["The right hon. Member calls on the Government to reform rates and exemptions to boost local high streets' viability and support businesses such as those in hospitality which contribute significantly to employment and economic value."]
Health and Care Bill - Schedule 1
07 September 2026
Bill Debate
Contributed to this debate
I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time. This amendment aims to confer primary care functions on integrated care boards, thereby ensuring better coordination and integration of health ser...
Economic Growth
07 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Direction of Government
01 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Immigration and Asylum Bill
13 July 2026
Bill Debate
Contributed to this debate
The speaker has selected the reasoned amendment in the name of the Leader of the Opposition, but no specific opening argument is provided in this excerpt.
Early Release of Prisoners
07 July 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Calls on the Government to exempt from automatic early release under the Sentencing Act 2026 offenders who have been convicted of sexual offences against adults or children, including rape and groomin...
Prisoner Early Release
29 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Nottingham Maternity and Neonatal Services
24 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Defence Investment Plan
15 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Digital Safety: Children
08 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Children’s Social Care: Enduring Relationships Strategy
04 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
71.4%
70 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
39
39.8% of votes
No Votes
31
31.6% of votes
Abstentions
28
28.6% 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
VOTED NO
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
VOTED AYE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
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
VOTED AYE
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED NO
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED AYE
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
Ayes: 108
Noes: 307
Failed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
Ayes: 294
Noes: 110
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
Noes: 283
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED NO
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
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
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
VOTED NO
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
DID NOT VOTE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
0
PMQs Asked
24
Ministerial Questions Asked
116
House of Commons Debates Involved
1
Westminster Hall Debates Led
21
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
98
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1370 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+79% above average
This MP:
24
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-60% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+2287% above average
This MP:
116
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
+122% above average
This MP:
21
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+3% above average
This MP:
71.4
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
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This page tracks Gavin Williamson's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.