Jo Stevens
MP for Cardiff East
Lab
7 May 2015 - Present
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Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Prime Minister's Questions
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Is it true that the Welsh public dislike divisive politics and do not like Wales being talked down by the Tories?
Context
The MP is challenging the Secretary of State regarding public sentiment towards divisive politics in Wales.
David Davies
I remind the hon. Lady that we just got more votes than the Labour party in my constituency of Monmouth in the police and crime commissioner elections. What people in Wales want is public services, waiting lists and education standards that match what is being delivered by this Conservative Government in England, and standards in public life that reflect what we expect from Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom.
Session: 20 mph Speed Limit Impact on Road Users
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Does the Secretary of State agree with her intervention representing an important endorsement of the Welsh Labour Government's policy?
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The MP is addressing the Minister regarding support for a mother whose child was hit by a car due to speed limits.
David Davies
I, too, acknowledge the 25th anniversary of devolution. We were promised that it would deliver better schools, hospitals and public standards. What we actually have are the longest waiting lists and the worst educational standards in the United Kingdom, and a First Minister who is willing to take a £200,000 donation from a twice-convicted criminal.
Session: 20 mph Speed Limit Impact on Road Users
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It is a stark admission of the Government's failure that the Secretary of State boasts, after 14 years in government and doing absolutely nothing for five years, of acquiring a site at Wylfa. His Government's inaction has cost people money, and still does. In nine years, all but one of our current reactors will be offline, which will weaken our energy mix, risk higher prices, and again leave us vulnerable to energy tyrants such as Putin. Will the Secretary of State make an explicit commitment today to backing new nuclear in places such as Wylfa, as Labour has done, in order to unlock jobs, investment and cheaper bills—issues that his party has ignored for so long? Or is this another never-ending Tory fiasco, like High Speed 2?
Context
The MP notes the government's inaction on acquiring a nuclear site at Wylfa after 14 years and criticises this delay for costing money and weakening the UK's energy mix. Nine out of ten current reactors will be offline within nine years, risking higher prices and vulnerability to energy suppliers like Russia.
David Davies
The last Labour Government were not in the least bit supportive of nuclear. What this Conservative Government have done for energy is increase to 50% the amount of electricity that comes from renewables. We are the first advanced economy to halve our carbon dioxide emissions, and we are pushing forward with floating offshore wind and SMRs. All we get for business from the Welsh Labour Government is a block on new roads being built, 20 mph speed limits, and legislation to charge people for driving to work.
Session: Cost of Living
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What does the Secretary of State say to people across north Wales who are still looking for good jobs because of his Government's failures?
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Discusses the impact of Conservatives' actions, particularly their delay on new nuclear projects at Wylfa, which could have created up to 8,500 jobs.
David Davies
The last Labour Government certainly did not build any nuclear power stations. The UK Conservative Government are getting on with Hinkley, and we are sorting out small modular reactors. There is a process going on, in which six companies with an SMR model will be reduced to two, and one will be selected by the end of the year. We have provided £160 million to buy the Wylfa site.
Session: Cost of Living
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Where will the UK get steel from if the Government's intervention shuts blast furnaces early?
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The MP criticizes the Government's failure to protect jobs and vital industries, asking about the source of steel for wind turbines when furnaces are shut down early.
Fay Jones
Mr Speaker, it will not surprise you to learn that I completely disagree with the hon. Lady's assessment. I would point out that this Government have provided the transition board with £80 million. We have not seen any of the £20 million that the Welsh Labour Government have promised.
Session: Energy Mix
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Does the Secretary of State agree with comments made by the Business Secretary that job losses are not a concern?
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The MP discusses the loss of 3,000 jobs at Tata Steel and its impact on renewable energy aspirations, such as offshore wind projects.
Fay Jones
I am sorry that the hon. Lady has me replying to that question, not the Secretary of State. It is important to recognise that the investment from this UK Government has saved thousands of jobs across the United Kingdom. Of course, the transition board is now working with the individuals affected in Port Talbot, which is the proper and right thing to do.
Session: Energy Mix
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I add condolences for Kinnock's passing. Public services struggle with recruiting skilled migrants as the family visa threshold increases, affecting real people like my constituent Daniel Griffith planning to marry his Brazilian partner next year. The change will affect Welsh public services. What representations has she made to Home Secretary on this?
Context
Public services in Wales face challenges due to inflation and austerity, exacerbated by new migration policies raising the salary threshold for family visas.
Fay Jones
The Secretary of State regularly discusses migration issues with Cabinet colleagues. The Home Secretary recently announced tough measures for sustainable migration levels.
Session: Inflation and Public Spending
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If it is such a priority, why has nothing been done since 2015 when the last assessment was made? The Government promised to electrify south Wales main line but did not do so. Will they fully fund electrification now?
Context
The previous question raised concerns about the project's cost increases and lack of progress since 2015.
Fay Jones
Again, my party dismissed this project as non-priority; we feel it is a priority for economic growth in north Wales.
Session: Inflation and Public Spending
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With his Government having to commandeer police cells, judges told to jail fewer people, and criminals—including those convicted of assault—being released early on the instruction of his Justice Secretary, how can the public trust in protection when the Welsh Government is against building extra prison places?
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The Welsh Government opposes building additional prison places, leading to issues with overcrowded prisons.
David Davies
The prison population has increased as a direct result of policies ensuring those committing serious offences spend more time in prison. The Government are building emergency prison places and filling up prisons, because people who commit serious offences deserve to go to prison.
Session: Crime Prevention
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With his Government having to commandeer police cells, with judges told to jail fewer people, and with criminals—including those convicted of assault—being released early on the instruction of his Justice Secretary, how can the Welsh public have any faith that they will be protected?
Context
The prison estate across Wales is overcrowded, with judges being instructed to jail fewer people and criminals released early.
David Davies
The prison population has increased as a direct result of policies ensuring those committing serious offences spend more time in prison. The Government are building emergency prison places and filling up prisons, because people who commit serious offences deserve to go to prison.
Session: Crime Prevention
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On the 75th anniversary of our NHS, created by Nye Bevan, may I thank all our NHS staff in Wales? Will the Secretary of State join me in congratulating Vaughan Gething on his success in attracting foreign direct investment?
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The Department for Business and Trade published a report showing that the Welsh Labour Government attracted an additional 3,000 jobs to Wales.
David Davies
I think the hon. Lady will be aware that both the Minister for Economy in Wales and the Department for Business and Trade work closely with embassies across the world to ensure that investors know about the enormous opportunities that exist in Wales.
Session: Economic Growth
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What have the Government been doing to support new nuclear projects, especially after Hitachi withdrew from the Wylfa project?
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The Labour party supports new nuclear projects for energy resilience and security.
David Davies
I am delighted that the hon. Lady has set out that the Labour party now supports nuclear power. It was not something that was evident to us when Labour was in opposition a few years ago.
Session: Economic Growth
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Since the Secretary of State's Government's mini-budget, 43,000 Welsh households have paid an extra £20.3 million in mortgage payments. That is a £20 million Tory mortgage premium in just seven months. His Government's economic recklessness continues to cause misery for people across Wales, so will he take the opportunity to apologise to them?
Context
Since the mini-budget, Welsh households have experienced increased mortgage payments due to the government's economic policies. The MP wants an apology for the resultant financial strain on people.
David Davies
The economic policies being pursued by this Government are to bring inflation down, as the news today demonstrates. I very much hope the hon. Lady will want to celebrate the fact that inflation is now falling. This United Kingdom Government are committed to seeing inflation halved. The policies of her party would push inflation through the roof and push us into another financial catastrophe and crisis of the sort we saw the last time it left office.
Session: Mortgage Interest Rates
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Inflation is still over 10%. Falling inflation does not mean prices are falling. If Cabinet Ministers cannot get a grip on basics, how can they help households?
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Questions the Secretary of State about pension policies and falling inflation, criticizes protection for super-wealthy.
David Davies
First, the pension increase was for doctors as Labour had called for. Food prices are rising due to policies like scrapping meal deals.
Session: Cost of Living
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Inflation is over 10%, Chancellor froze personal allowances. Food prices have increased by almost 25%. How does he expect Welsh households to afford essentials?
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Questions the Secretary of State about recent tax measures, high food prices, and support for Welsh households.
David Davies
The Government support vulnerable people, while Wales squanders money on extra Senedd Members and a relief road. The UK has spent £400 billion during covid.
Session: Cost of Living
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Does that not represent yet another broken promise by the Tories to Wales?
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Project Gigabit aims to deliver lightning-fast reliable broadband across the UK, but Wales has the lowest coverage among home nations.
James Davies
The hon. Lady is aware that the geography and topography of Wales make digital connections more tricky than in some other areas. She is also aware that it is the Welsh Government who have been leading on the roll-out of broadband in Wales in conjunction with Building Digital UK, and I agree that more work needs to be done to improve those figures.
Session: Digital Connectivity Rural Wales
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What conversations has he and the Secretary of State had with Cabinet colleagues to protect valuable skilled jobs?
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EU structural funds have helped universities deliver research, innovation, skills development in digital transformation, now facing a cliff-edge as EU funding ends.
James Davies
I thank the hon. Lady for that question. She is right that academic institutions have been reliant on EU structural funding in the past. There is, of course, the shared prosperity fund coming forward, which universities will need to apply to. I know that my colleague the Secretary of State is visiting all universities across Wales.
Session: Digital Connectivity Rural Wales
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Steelworkers need a Government on their side. The industry needs a partner that can provide stability, not sticking plasters. Floating offshore wind in the Celtic sea is a real opportunity for our steel industry and the wider supply chain in Wales. It would also help to mitigate the impact of the cost of living crisis for many Welsh businesses in the supply chain. If the Government do not provide the necessary stability, we will see platforms being built in France and Spain and floated over to the Welsh coast, which would be absolutely unconscionable. What is the Secretary of State doing to ensure that the Crown Estate leases will use local supply chains in Wales?
Context
Steelworkers in Wales need stability from the government to support local supply chains for floating offshore wind projects. The Crown Estate leases are crucial for this development.
David Davies
I have met the Crown Estate on a number of occasions to discuss the next bidding round for the sites out in the Celtic sea. Obviously we hope to develop the industry. I agree with the brunt of the hon. Lady's question, which is about the importance of developing a floating offshore wind industry off the coast of Wales. I have been trying to ensure that the supply chain is as local as possible. That is why we have supported the conversations between developers and the Crown Estate; it is also why I have personally visited Pembrokeshire to ensure that the growth deal there supports the new infrastructure at the dock that can allow those projects to be floated out to sea.
Session: Cost of Living Crisis
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What is the Government's plan for our steel industry and for steelworkers' jobs given their economic conditions?
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Steel businesses and workers in Wales face challenges due to increased operating costs during the cost of living crisis.
David Davies
The UK Government are completely committed to the steel industry, demonstrated with a £30 million loan to Celsa during the covid crisis and various schemes to support high energy use industries. We also have discussions with Tata about further support.
Session: Cost of Living Crisis
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Which of the 24 Tory tax rises in this Parliament did he not support?
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The government has implemented numerous tax increases during this Parliament, which have faced criticism.
David Davies
The government supports tax rises to make sure that the living wage goes up, pensions and benefits can go up in line with inflation. However, there has been no specific plan from Labour on where they would find the extra money for increased spending.
Session: Cost of Living Support for Households
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Because of failed economic strategies—mostly by his Government—average Welsh incomes will be £10,300 lower than if pre-financial crisis growth levels had been sustained. What do the British values of the Secretary of State's Government stand for?
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The Chancellor's financial statement was based on British values, which have led to projected lower average Welsh incomes by 2027.
David Davies
The government prioritized the least well off in society despite dealing with a financial collapse, a covid crisis costing £400 billion, and the effects of the Ukraine invasion.
Session: Cost of Living Support for Households
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Has the Secretary of State seen any evidence that proves his Government's claim that freeports create growth rather than just displace it?
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The MP expresses scepticism about the economic benefits of freeports, questioning their impact on tax revenue.
Robert Buckland
I think of examples from the past in Wales, when inspirational Secretaries of State demonstrated that the economy could be transformed and regenerated through enterprise zones.
Session: Freeports
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How is it possible to progress the Welsh freeports prospectus with such an appallingly chaotic and unstable UK Government ahead of the 31 October Budget announcement?
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The MP questions the progress of freeport development amidst frequent changes in UK government personnel.
Robert Buckland
The fact that there may be changes in personnel does not change the Government's growth strategy, which remains on course and deserves the support of hon. Members on both sides of the House.
Session: Freeports
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Despite Ministers' promises on supporting infrastructure investment in Wales, we all know that the reality is very different. He will not challenge his Government's sleight of hand in denying the consequential of £4.6 billion to Wales from HS2, nor the annual £150 million hit that that will have on the Welsh economy.
Context
The MP criticized the Government for not following through on promises to support infrastructure.
Simon Hart
It is telling that the hon. Lady did not mention the increasing levels—the record levels—of investment that the UK Government have made in Wales, which, from £16.7 billion in 2021, will reach £19.08 billion by 2024-25. Whichever areas of investment we look at, despite her claims to the contrary, they are considerably greater than they have been at any time since the devolution settlement, resulting in extra jobs, extra investment and extra reasons to celebrate what Wales has to offer.
Session: Infrastructure Investment
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Can he explain to my constituent Jamie Dunkley and others across Wales why their Welsh language passport applications have been sent to Peterborough for processing, causing huge delays, stress and additional cost?
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Concern about the processing of Welsh language passport applications being sent to Peterborough, causing delays and additional costs.
Simon Hart
The hon. Lady raises an interesting question; this is the first I have heard of it, to be honest. As I keep saying, at the risk of being boring, I am very happy to look into that if it is causing undue delays. Those can also be resolved by the same means I suggested earlier.
Session: Passport Application Processing
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Does the Secretary of State think buying value brands, getting better-paid jobs or riding around on buses are the Government's answers to high energy costs?
Context
The Secretary of State's party was wiped out in recent elections.
Simon Hart
The hon. Lady should allow the Chancellor to spell out his plans and benefits before making politicised comments.
Session: Costs of Living Households and Businesses
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What is the Secretary of State's alternative to help people with rising energy costs given the proposed 138-day delay on a windfall tax?
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Energy prices are expected to rise significantly in October.
Simon Hart
The Treasury will make an announcement imminently. The hon. Lady should apply pressure to her colleagues in Cardiff who have the power to intervene.
Session: Costs of Living Households and Businesses
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I am afraid the Secretary of State is completely out of touch with public opinion on this. Polling this week, published by 38 Degrees, shows that 69% of the Welsh public say that the Government's energy bill loan package is not enough to help those struggling with their energy bills, and 67% support Labour's windfall tax because it would mean £200 off energy bills now and £600 off energy bills for the hardest-hit households in Wales. This would be a tax on the unexpected profits of oil and gas companies, so why is he on the side of those oil and gas companies, not on the side of the Welsh public?
Context
Recent polling indicates significant public dissatisfaction with the government's proposed energy bill relief measures.
Simon Hart
I think that just defaulting to a 38 Degrees petition as if that is some kind of solution to a very complex and long-standing problem is a cheap and populist way out of this. We are taking a more responsible view, as I hope she will hear from the Chancellor later. There have already been numerous interventions—for example, we have provided an additional £180 million to the Welsh Government in this particular context—so I urge the hon. Member not just to press the petition button and think that that is all the Opposition have to do. We have to do a lot more than that if we are serious about addressing the long-term challenges that face us all. None of us is without this: we all have constituents with these problems and we all know exactly the challenges she refers to.
Session: Inflation
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The boss of oil giant BP said last month that it had more money than it knows what to do with, which is completely the opposite situation to that of households right across Wales that cannot cope with record inflation and astronomical energy bills under the watch of the right hon. Gentleman's Government, so why will he and the Chancellor not agree to a one-off windfall tax on oil and gas producers?
Context
Oil giant BP reported significant profits while households face record inflation and high energy bills.
Simon Hart
There are two points I would like to make. The first one I have already made, which is not to prejudge what the Chancellor is going to say in his statement in a few minutes' time, which will address this and I hope numerous other issues that are occupying the minds of Members across the House, in fact. As far as the second point is concerned, I am afraid a slightly well-trodden path of the Opposition is to confront every possible problem by finding somebody and taxing them. We do not believe that is necessarily the answer, because we want energy companies to be part of the solution and also to be part of future and ongoing investment in energy infrastructure, and they will not do that—and will not be able to do that—if all the Government's responses are simply, as I say, to identify them and tax them. It may be a populist gesture, but it is not actually going to solve the problem that we both wish to try to resolve.
Session: Inflation
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Well, people across Wales are facing the biggest drop in living standards in 30 years under the Secretary of State's watch. Inflation is at a 10-year high and rising, national insurance levels are increasing by more than 10%—another Tory broken manifesto promise—energy bills are up 54% and rents in Wales are up 10%. Wales is bearing the brunt of the incompetence and chaos not just at No. 10 but at No. 11, while the Secretary of State sits at the Cabinet table and lets it all happen, does he not?
Context
Critiquing the Secretary of State's oversight during a period of high inflation, national insurance hikes, energy bill increases, and rental price rises in Wales.
Simon Hart
No. The hon. Lady seems to have forgotten that there has been something called a pandemic in the last two years, and that has had a significant effect on the global economy. She also seems to have forgotten that her party is responsible for a number of the standard of living issues in Wales, yet we never hear so much as a squeak of criticism about Welsh Labour's performance in Cardiff.
Session: Inflation Households and Businesses
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It is not just record inflation that is hitting Welsh households hard. Rents in Wales have increased by nearly 10% in the last year, the third highest rate in the United Kingdom outside London and Northern Ireland. When it comes to paying bills, the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Secretary thinks that a monthly saving on the BBC licence fee of 87p over two years is 'one of the few direct levers we have in our control as a Government.' Is that really the extent of the Government's ambition to help people in Wales cope with a Conservative cost of living crisis?
Context
Discussing the impact of increasing rents and inflation on Welsh households, highlighting criticism over limited Government measures such as the BBC licence fee reduction.
Simon Hart
I am grateful—I think—for the hon. Lady's question, but she seems to overlook the numerous examples that I have already given, and I have an even longer list of ways in which the UK Government have stepped in, during covid in particular. We have helped protect 470,000 jobs and 60,000 Welsh businesses, dished out £2.4 billion in business loans, increased the living wage and adapted the universal credit taper—I could go on, if only you would allow me, Mr Speaker.
Session: Inflation Households and Businesses
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We have spent much of the past two weeks talking about standards in public office, and on this side of the House we care deeply about the independence and impartiality of the BBC. I know that the Secretary State also cares, to the extent that she actually has the time to police the BBC political editor's tweets and publicly rebuke her. Does the Secretary of State agree that it would be highly inappropriate for a Government Minister overseeing licence fee negotiations to seek to influence editorial decisions?
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The MP questioned whether a Government Minister overseeing licence fee negotiations should seek to influence editorial decisions.
Nadine Dorries
There were four elements to the question. On the tweet, I did not rebuke Laura Kuenssberg; it was a polite and professional response that some people misinterpreted.
Session: BBC Licence Fee
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Extends welcome to new Secretary of State and Minister; asks why the Government refuse to implement personal criminal liability for senior tech executives whose actions put children at risk, as seen in other industries like financial services and health and safety. What is the compelling reason?
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There is a 70% increase in sexual communication offences with children, and a 77% increase in self-generated child sexual abuse material. The Labour party calls for personal criminal liability for tech executives who put children at risk.
Matt Warman
The aim of the draft Online Safety Bill is to tackle online issues effectively; however, mechanisms that work well in other industries may not be directly applicable without thorough scrutiny.
Session: Fraudulent Online Advertisements
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We know that the new Secretary of State has set out her own views and interpretation of racism online, because she has written about it. Can the Secretary of State tell us exactly what practical steps have been taken to change the football banning order regime since 14 July?
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The MP asks about the practical steps taken since July to change the regime.
Nadine Dorries
I am afraid that I am going to have to write to the hon. Lady, being new to the job as I am. I will do that immediately.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Secretary of State will not confirm insurance now and he will not publish guidance. How can festivals and live events scheduled for after 19 July go ahead?
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Festivals continue to be cancelled due to lack of guidance on sector reopening.
Oliver Dowden
We are making very good progress towards full reopening from 19 July. Festivals have benefited from millions of pounds of wider support through the culture recovery fund, and one of our events research programme pilots is in relation to a festival.
Session: Topical Questions
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I remind the Secretary of State of the election results in Wales. Can the Government underwrite time-limited insurance for live events? The industry needs a straight yes or no, please.
Context
The Minister for Digital and Culture previously stated that the decision on Government-backed insurance for live events is with the Treasury.
Oliver Dowden
I understand the industry's desire for insurance. We are making good progress towards 19 July. If there is a market failure, we will look at extending insurance with some sort of Government-backed scheme.
Session: Topical Questions
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I am delighted with the Secretary of State's response and grateful for it. Singing also makes a positive difference to the health of over 2 million people who sing in amateur choirs. The go-ahead was given for indoor rehearsals from Monday of this week, following step 3 of the roadmap, but on Tuesday, literally as conductors were on their way to rehearsals, late guidance was issued by DCMS limiting indoor rehearsals to just six people in total.
Context
Singing also makes a positive difference to the health of over 2 million people who sing in amateur choirs.
Oliver Dowden
I share the frustration of many Members of this House that we have not been able to permit more people to participate in amateur choirs. I can tell the House and reassure Members that that decision was made on the basis of very clear public health guidance. Ultimately, the Prime Minister and I did not feel that we could contradict that public health guidance.
Session: Topical Questions
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More than 3 million people participate in parkrun in England, and it plays a major role in the physical and mental wellbeing of participants. Parkrun has had legal permission to return since 29 March under the covid framework from the Government and Public Health England, but there is completely inconsistent decision making across authorities, and the situation is threatening parkrun's future.
Context
More than 3 million people participate in parkrun in England, and it plays a major role in the physical and mental wellbeing of participants.
Oliver Dowden
Yes. I completely share the hon. Lady's frustration that this is not happening. I have discussed it with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, and he and I will shortly be sending a very clear message and signal in writing to local authorities about our expectation that those events should proceed.
Session: Topical Questions
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What input his Department had into the Government's legislation this week that provides for longer sentences for hitting statues than those that have been given for raping women?
Context
The MP criticizes recent legislation that provides longer sentences for damaging statues than for raping women.
Oliver Dowden
I really wish that Members in this House would take a more temperate approach towards this. The hon. Lady knows full well that the most serious violent and sexual offences, including grievous bodily harm with intent to rape, already carry a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Session: Topical Questions
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Does he accept that the continuing delay has left women and girls at risk for too long, and does he commit to measures to protect them online when he finally publishes the Bill?
Context
There has been an outpouring of grief over the death of Sarah Everard, highlighting issues of online abuse.
Oliver Dowden
May I begin by welcoming the hon. Lady back to her rightful place in the Chamber? She is absolutely right to highlight the issue of online abuse of women. That is why our internet safety Bill will bring forward measures to help protect women online, including measures to enable them to better report abuse, and will also ensure that they should get appropriate responses from platforms.
Session: Topical Questions
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Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 151
Noes: 258
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 162
Noes: 246
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
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: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
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 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 AYE
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
03 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Medical Devices (Fees Amendment) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 294
Noes: 108
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
0
PMQs Asked
50
Ministerial Questions Asked
25
House of Commons Debates Involved
0
Westminster Hall Debates Led
4
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
+266% above average
This MP:
50
Average:
13.7
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+416% above average
This MP:
25
Average:
4.8
Statements / Bills Proposed
-58% below average
This MP:
4
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.4
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
-1% below average
This MP:
68.7
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 Jo Stevens's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.