Monica Harding
MP for Esher and Walton
Lib Dem
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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Charlie from my constituency is an eight-year-old boy with an autism diagnosis who has been out of school for almost a year. He is one of 1,800 children in Surrey missing school because of a lack of appropriate special educational needs provision. Will the Government commit to ending this scandal by properly funding special educational needs provision in next week's Budget?
Context
Charlie, an eight-year-old boy with autism, has been out of school for almost a year. There are 1,800 children in Surrey missing school due to lack of appropriate special educational needs provision.
Angela Rayner
I thank the hon. Member for her very important question. I am sorry to hear about what Charlie and many other children with special educational needs have gone through.
Assessment
Commitment to proper funding not addressed, only acknowledgment of issue
Session: PMQs
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What assessment has been made of the potential impact of planning policy on green-belt land in Esher and Walton constituency? The Government changes to planning rules are of considerable concern to constituents, leading to speculative applications everywhere. Theoretically, the changes could mean the whole constituency, which is 50% green belt and has seven stations, will be concreted over. Constituents are not opposed to growth or house building but do not want to be ignored. The long-standing right of councillors to call in applications has been removed, which runs counter to the new Prime Minister's values on devolution. I wrote to the Secretary of State on 28 July and have not received a reply.
Context
The question arises from concerns about changes to planning rules that have sparked speculative development applications in the constituency, threatening the green belt and local infrastructure.
Matthew Pennycook
The national planning policy framework contains strong protections for the green belt, making clear that inappropriate development in it should not be approved unless justified by very special circumstances. It is for local planning authorities themselves to set and review green-belt boundaries in accordance with national policy in the NPPF. I fully appreciate the hon. Lady's concerns about inappropriate development around stations, such as Hersham and Claygate in her constituency. It is right that we seek to promote good development around well-connected stations, outside of settlements or on green-belt land, as those are some of the most sustainable locations for new homes in the country. However, the new NPPF makes clear that development proposals around such stations should not prejudice any proposals for long-term comprehensive development in the same location, and must also be of a scale that can be accommodated, taking into account existing or proposed availability of infrastructure.
Session: Green-belt Planning Policy Esher and Walton 2026-09-07
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May I put on record that the Liberal Democrats' concern and thoughts are with the people of Nepal and Tibet as this tragedy unfolds? I urge the Government to stay the distance with them. The UK's spend on international aid and development aids our national security not only in climate change but in keeping extremism, pandemics and illegal immigration from our shores, but the Government have slashed aid brutally, and the true impact of the cuts was finally realised only in the final hours before summer recess. The cuts are deep and worrying. Will this Administration reverse them? Will the Secretary of State set out a timeline for when UK aid will return to 0.7% of GNI—a commitment that the House legislated for?
Context
The questioner expresses concern over the slashing of international aid and development budgets and asks about reversing these cuts.
Ed Miliband
The hon. Lady makes an important point, but I do say to her that we inherited an incredibly difficult fiscal position, with extraordinary pressures on the public finances. We are doing everything we can on development—indeed, I associate myself with the remarks she made about Nepal and will say more about it later—which is why, as soon as the tragedy happened, we were one of the first countries to show that we would provide financial assistance to the Government of Nepal. We take these issues incredibly seriously and have a proud record.
Session: Climate Change National Security 2026-09-01
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The world has failed Sudan. We know that the international fact-finding mission has noted evidence of a genocide following the fall of El Fasher. What is the UK doing as penholder at the UN to ensure that the belligerents responsible are being held to account, as well as the state actors aiding and abetting them?
Context
The international fact-finding mission has noted evidence of a genocide following the fall of El Fasher.
Yvette Cooper
I continue to raise Sudan in every international forum. We have to keep a spotlight on what is the worst humanitarian crisis of the 21st century. That includes shining a spotlight on international arms flows—more than a dozen countries are involved—and it involves pressure on the parties involved to agree some kind of ceasefire or humanitarian truce so that we can get humanitarian support in and start to build a better future for Sudan.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will the Secretary of State at least move quickly to adopt the network's safety by design code in order to deliver the comprehensive reforms that the public want?
Context
80% of the public want comprehensive laws regulating social media platforms, according to new polling. The Government have not introduced any new online safety legislation.
Liz Kendall
We have already made it a requirement in law that chatbots must protect users from illegal content, banned nudification apps through a new criminal offence, and required platforms to take down non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours. There is more to do.
Session: Child Protection Online
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What concrete measures are the UK Government putting in place to ensure that Israel ceases targeting civilian infrastructure?
Context
The Guardian reported on the forced displacement of civilians and attacks on medical facilities in Nabatieh, which may constitute war crimes.
Yvette Cooper
The UK is providing additional funding and calls for a ceasefire. Talks between the Lebanese Government and the Israeli Government are also important.
Session: West Bank Illegal Settlements
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The presumption in favour of development at transport nodes and on the so-called grey belt means that in my constituency of Esher and Walton, which is half green belt and has a disproportionately high number of stations—everybody lives within 15 minutes of a station—everywhere can be developed under the Government's proposals. What should I say to my constituents who are facing concrete everywhere?
Context
The question arises due to the presumption in favour of development at transport nodes and on the grey belt, impacting Esher and Walton constituency which is half green belt with a high number of stations.
Matthew Pennycook
The hon. Member should say that they live near highly sustainable areas for development and we want to see more homes come forward in those areas.
Session: Topical Questions
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What does the Minister suggest to the Thames Ditton flood group to enable it to get insurance so that it can use the flood barrier?
Context
The Thames Ditton flood group has secured funding for temporary flood barriers but is unable to obtain public liability insurance, despite efforts with Flood Re, the British Insurance Brokers' Association and the local flood authority.
Emma Hardy
I pay tribute to all the flood groups up and down the country and those volunteers who do so much to add to our flood resilience. If the hon. Lady would like to write to me specifically about that matter, I will have a think about which agency is the best one to help.
Session: Flood Preparedness Esher and Walton
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What steps she is taking to support flood preparedness projects in the Esher and Walton constituency?
Context
Flooding is a significant issue due to the Thames running through the constituency, affecting local flood groups' efforts.
Emma Hardy
I have said this previously, but it is always worth reiterating. On Tuesday I announced the biggest ever flood programme, with £1.4 billion investment in 2026-27, over £1million of which will go to projects in Esher and Walton.
Session: Flood Preparedness Esher and Walton
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Will the Minister rule out the deployment of military assets to the strait of Hormuz and do so as strongly as German and Spanish allies have done? Does he agree that de-escalation is key for sustainable peace?
Context
Concern about UK being pulled into conflict in Middle East with no clear objective, impact on energy bills, inflation, interest rates. Constituents fear President Trump urging UK deployments.
Alistair Carns
We will continue working comprehensively and calmly with allies and partners on a solution for the strait of Hormuz. We will not rule anything out because we cannot guarantee where this war is going.
Session: Iran US Plan for Sustainable Peace
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What assessment has been made of potential implications for policies due to US plan for sustainable peace in Iran? My constituents are concerned about escalation, impact on energy bills and inflation. They fear being drawn into conflict with no clear objective. Will the Minister rule out deployment of military assets to Strait of Hormuz as strongly as German and Spanish allies have done? Does he agree de-escalation is key and support a UN resolution for opening the strait?
Context
Concern about escalation in the Middle East, impact on energy bills, inflation, interest rates, and UK being pulled into conflict without clear objectives. Constituents worry about President Trump's urging of UK deployments to Strait of Hormuz.
Alistair Carns
We are studying developments closely, remain in contact with allies. The UK aims for a negotiated settlement where Iran gives up nuclear ambitions. Resilience, strong alliances, credible military capability are important. Recent events highlight the need to reduce conflict risks. We will work comprehensively and calmly with allies and partners but do not rule anything out.
Session: Iran US Plan for Sustainable Peace
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Children with SEND do not conform to neat packages and definitions, and those with complex needs require fluctuating levels of support. There is real fear among my constituents that the Government's proposals will downgrade the level of support available to those with high needs, and may not be flexible enough to respond to changes in children's needs. Will the Secretary of State define “complexity”, and reassure parents that education, health and care plans will remain open to any child whose needs are not met by individual support plans?
Context
The questioner is concerned that the Government's proposals may not be flexible enough to respond to changes in children's needs, especially for those with high needs.
Bridget Phillipson
Yes, and I encourage the hon. Lady to share with her constituents not just our SEND consultation but the draft profiles that we have established for specialist provision packages, which will be developed by an independent national panel with health and education expertise. I encourage her constituents to look at that and share their views, so that we can deliver a better support system, including for children with the most complex needs.
Session: School SEND Provision
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Aid trucks desperately needed in Gaza are being looted by Hamas terrorists. What steps is the Secretary of State taking to ensure that the international aid meant for Palestinians is not looted and diverted to Hamas?
Context
The situation in Gaza is dire, with a humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the refusal of Hamas to allow international aid into the region. The looting of aid trucks by Hamas further complicates efforts to deliver assistance.
The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Yvette Cooper)
We strongly support the role of the United Nations. Many of these points were set out as part of a UN Security Council resolution, which had widespread support. We think it is important to have the underpinnings of the UN and international law more widely, and to maintain the international consensus that we need to move to the next phase. The proposals that have been put forward are different from what was described, and are not focused on Gaza. The focus now for Gaza has to be on the Palestinian committee and on key practical issues such as the surging of humanitarian aid and the decommissioning of Hamas weapons. Our focus needs to be on the practical next steps, and we will work with everyone to ensure that happens.
Session: Gaza and the West Bank Humanitarian Situation
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There are reports that this morning Israeli security forces arrived at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency compound in Sheikh Jarrah, in occupied East Jerusalem. Security guards were forced out of the premises, bulldozers subsequently entered the compound and began to demolish UNRWA buildings, and the demolitions are ongoing. If that is true, it is not only an unprecedented attack against UNRWA and its premises; it also constitutes a serious violation of international law, and of the privileges and immunities of the United Nations. What consequential action will the Foreign Secretary take if these reports are true?
Context
Reports suggest that Israeli security forces have arrived at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency compound in Sheikh Jarrah, occupied East Jerusalem, forcing out security guards and beginning to demolish buildings.
The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Yvette Cooper)
I would need to check the details of this specific incident. However, we are clear that attacks against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency compound constitute a serious violation of international law and the privileges and immunities of the United Nations. We will be raising this issue with our Israeli counterparts as part of phase 2 of the peace process.
Session: Gaza and the West Bank Humanitarian Situation
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Happy new year to you, Mr Speaker. I pay tribute to the work of the police in my constituency of Esher and Walton, who have got the rate of solved burglaries up by 84%. However, while the local police are doing a great job catching burglars, they tell me that the perception that they are unable to bring those burglars to justice is making it more difficult to tackle persistent offenders and is impacting on the confidence of local residents. My constituents were incredulous recently when the borough commander told them that two individuals charged with burglary in December last year had been given a date to appear for trial in September 2027. What conversations is the Minister having with her counterparts in the Ministry of Justice to increase the number of Crown court sitting days so that my constituents can have confidence?
Context
The MP notes an increase in solved burglaries but concerns over the delay in bringing offenders to trial, citing a two-year wait for court appearances. The situation affects public confidence in law enforcement effectiveness.
The Minister for Policing and Crime (Sarah Jones)
The hon. Lady highlights a problem that we inherited from the previous Government, which is very considerable—we do not deny that. We in the Home Office are talking to our colleagues in the Ministry of Justice every day about how we manage the situation and increase the speed with which people are brought to justice. This Government want to see everyone who commits a crime do the time.
Session: Community Policing
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As is the case throughout the country, young constituents in Esher and Walton are out of work due to mental health conditions. I welcome departmental initiatives such as the disability employment advisers and cross-Government work through the joint work and health directorate and WorkWell. However, fragile mental health can be picked up on and supported earlier in school and may be a result of poorly identified special education needs—an area that we know is at breaking point—and the current state of mental health waiting lists; in Esher and Walton, for instance, the average wait for under-18s is 184 days. What current learnings from the Department for Work and Pensions are being fed back into the Department for Education and the Department of Health and Social Care to ensure that the next cohort is ready for work?
Context
Young constituents in Esher and Walton are out of work due to mental health conditions. Mental health waiting lists for under-18s in the area average 184 days.
Diana Johnson (Minister of State, Department for Work and Pensions)
The hon. Lady knows that there are already resources going into schools to provide mental health support to children and young people early on. There is also additional money going in through the Government’s investment into the NHS, which will include mental health services.
Session: Support into Work Mental Ill Health
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The Government have now delayed their decision on local government reorganisation in Surrey. Can the Minister assure me that the Government are using this delay to protect my constituents in Esher and Walton from the Tory debt of neighbouring councils with which they might be grouped? Will the planned elections in May go ahead?
Context
The Government have delayed their decision on local government reorganisation in Surrey, causing concern among constituents.
Alison McGovern
As I have said a number of times on different aspects of this policy, the process is under way. If the hon. Member would like to write to me directly, I will make sure that she receives a response.
Session: Topical Questions
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My constituents continue to face higher electricity bills—among the highest in the country at approximately £961 per year. One of my local hairdressers tells me that their electricity has gone up from £150 to £450 a month. Will the Government commit to bolder policies by easing restrictions on solar and wind power and driving investment in renewables to help struggling businesses?
Context
Many constituents face high electricity bills, which have increased from £150 to £450 a month for local businesses. The question asks about easing restrictions on solar and wind power investment to help struggling businesses.
Ed Miliband
The hon. Lady is 100% right—clean, home-grown power is the answer—so that is an unequivocal yes.
Session: Topical Questions
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This week, on a visit to a school in my constituency, I was told about a boy with SEND who has been temporarily excluded five times. He is extremely dysregulated and vulnerable and has been waiting for two years for specialist provision. The school has tried to get him to the top of the mental health list but has been told that it cannot. What should I say to his headteacher, who is at the end of her tether?
Context
A boy with special educational needs has been excluded multiple times from school and is waiting for two years for specialist provision. The headteacher feels overwhelmed.
The Minister for School Standards (Catherine McKinnell)
The hon. Lady and I have discussed some of the challenges in her local area in relation to delivering better outcomes for children with special educational needs and disabilities, and she is right to raise this issue of ensuring that the health workforce can back up the change needed in education settings. We are working closely with colleagues across Government to ensure that we take a joined-up approach to improving outcomes.
Session: Topical Questions
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My constituent Alison runs Stepping Stones nursery school, which has been operating in my constituency for 30 years, offering wraparound care to busy families. The increase in employers’ national insurance contributions alone will cost it £16,000 a year and it is still struggling with an increase in utility costs, while other nurseries in the area are also struggling and, indeed, closing. Headmasters, a hairdresser in Walton, is struggling with £15,000 of extra costs, owing primarily to this tax rise. Can the Minister explain to businesses in Esher and Walton how the Government’s national insurance policy will deliver growth or higher living standards, given that it seems to be doing neither?
Context
The increase in employer national insurance contributions is causing financial strain for local businesses.
James Murray (Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury)
The Government’s decision to increase employer national insurance contributions was one of the toughest decisions that we took at the Budget, but it was necessary to restore stability to the public finances. It is only on the basis of having stable public finances and fiscal responsibility that we can boost the investment and growth that will make people across Britain better off.
Session: NICs Increase Impact on Economic Growth
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T6. President Trump and Elon Musk slashing US aid was a great day for Russia and China. Will the Foreign Secretary avoid giving them another great day by committing to protect the UK’s development budget, even as we raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP? As he knows, preventing wars is cheaper than fighting them.
Context
The question addresses the need to protect the UK's development budget amid increased defence spending.
The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr David Lammy)
I am proud of the work that the UK has done over many decades in relation to development: the work that I have seen in Ukraine, in Gaza and in Sudan. All of that work will, of course, continue.
Session: Topical Questions
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What discussions has the Secretary of State had with the Foreign Secretary on UK’s leadership in global health and immunisation? What leadership will he take to strengthen organisations such as Gavi to keep us safe here in the UK?
Context
The UK's leadership in global health and immunisation is critical, with Gavi being one of the country's greatest success stories. It has inoculated 1 billion children worldwide and strengthened health security against diseases like Mpox and Ebola.
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care (Wes Streeting)
I know that my ministerial colleagues in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office are looking at the investment cases for Gavi and the Global Fund as part of the spending review. I will ensure that her representations are relayed to the FCDO.
Session: Global Health and Immunisation
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What assessment have you made of the British Council’s financial sustainability given its significant role in promoting UK arts, culture, education, and soft power? During the pandemic, it was forced to close 18 country operations with no reopening yet. The loan given under commercial terms costs £14 million a year in interest. Will the Minister help the council keep delivering on government objectives by reviewing loan terms?
Context
The British Council has faced challenges due to the pandemic, including forced closures of country operations and a high-interest loan from the government. The council delivers over £1 billion in global impact annually.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr Hamish Falconer)
Ministers are aware of the issues related to the £200 million loan given on commercial terms due to compliance with subsidy control regime. On January 6th, my ministerial colleagues met the British Council’s CEO to discuss these issues.
Session: British Council
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What steps is she taking to support the police to tackle burglaries? In my local authority area, 92% of burglaries were not solved with suspects identified, which is the worst figure in the country, and in Surrey as a whole, only 37% of burglaries are attended by police. This has contributed to declining confidence in local policing among constituents. How specifically will the Government’s new police performance unit and their neighbourhood policing guarantee ensure my constituents can feel safe at home? Will she join me in committing to a statutory burglary response guarantee to ensure all domestic burglaries are attended?
Context
In Esher and Walton, 92% of burglaries went unsolved and only attended by police in 37% of cases. This has caused a decline in confidence among constituents.
The Minister for Policing, Fire and Crime Prevention (Dame Diana Johnson)
The police have committed in England and Wales to attend every home burglary scene. I am concerned about what has been said regarding local force performance. The College of Policing outlines best practices for investigating burglaries which should be adhered to by forces, setting standards and guidance on victim handling. Mindful of the concerns raised, I will write with details of additional steps that can be taken.
Session: Burglary
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More than 24,000 homes in my constituency have an energy performance certificate banding of D or worse, which means 50,000 tonnes of avoidable carbon dioxide emissions and higher energy bills for my constituents. However, the rate of insulation upgrades is too slow for us to meet the Government's goal of universal band C ratings by 2035. Will the Minister commit herself with more urgency to an emergency home insulation programme with targeted support for those on low incomes?
Context
Over 24,000 homes in the constituency have an energy performance certificate banding of D or worse, leading to avoidable carbon dioxide emissions.
Miatta Fahnbulleh
We recognise that not enough was done to upgrade homes over the last 15 years, which is why we are absolutely running at this. We will upgrade up to 300,000 homes this year, and we are putting in place our plan to drive up standards in the private rented sector, and to ensure that as many households as possible benefit from homes that are warmer and much, much cheaper to run.
Session: Topical Questions
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As the hon. Member for Stourbridge (Cat Eccles) pointed out, coercive control is a criminal offence but it is often overlooked, despite research suggesting that it is the third highest risk factor in domestic homicide. In my surgeries in Esher and Walton, victims have told me that there is not a sufficient understanding of coercive control in police interviews, particularly when other crimes are being investigated. What assessments are being made of the effectiveness of the roll-out of the domestic abuse risk assessment—DARA—toolkit, which was introduced by the College of Policing in 2022?
Context
The MP questions the effectiveness of the DARA tool in accurately assessing risks for victims of coercive control.
Jess Phillips
A number of different risk assessment tools are used, whether DARA or Dash—the domestic abuse, stalking, harassment and honour-based violence risk assessment—which has a more historical grounding and is used more widely. I want the hon. Lady to know that it is impossible to read any domestic homicide review in our country for the past decade and not think that risk assessments, and how well they are used and operating, is something that we should look at.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls
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Finn Pugh wrote to me. He said: “Lebanon is a wonderful place. It does not deserve this. I would like the Government to protect the people of Lebanon and give them supplies like food and water.” What reassurances can the Minister give Finn?
Context
A request from a constituent, Finn Pugh, for reassurances on humanitarian support.
Hamish Falconer
Over the course of the past few weeks, we have announced £15 million of aid for the people affected by the strikes in Lebanon and those who are now crossing towards Syria. Finn is right to have the people of Lebanon in his mind, and we are doing all we can to try to ensure that the humanitarian system in Lebanon can support the people Finn is concerned about.
Session: Lebanon Ceasefire
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What reassurances can the Secretary of State give to domestic abuse victims who fear the early release of their perpetrators?
Context
A significant proportion of prisoners released early have a history of domestic abuse, raising concerns for victims.
Shabana Mahmood
Every measure has been taken to exclude relevant offences and allow time for the probation service to prepare. Release plans are being ensured, and victims will be notified as usual.
Session: Topical Questions
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Prisoners can be locked up for up to 22 hours daily, leaving rooms empty. Does the Secretary of State agree it's time for a workable plan to improve rehabilitation, considering education is key to reducing reoffending?
Context
The chief inspector reported that prisoners often spend up to 22 hours a day in their cells, with classrooms and workshops empty due to insufficient purposeful activities.
Nicholas Dakin
I fully support the hon. Member's view that training and education are crucial for successful rehabilitation, which helps prevent reoffending.
Session: Rehabilitation of Offenders
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Does the Chancellor agree that putting Thames Water into special administration and reforming it would protect not just consumers, including my constituents, but the wider economy?
Context
The concern stems from the possibility of a major utility company like Thames Water facing financial difficulties which could have significant economic and governmental impacts.
Darren Jones
Water companies are commercial entities. It would therefore not be appropriate for me to comment on that. It is for the company and its investors to resolve their possible issues.
Session: Topical Questions
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Managing the need to build new homes and to protect our valuable green spaces will always be a tricky balancing act. Will the Government put in the national planning policy framework anything that will protect the concept of the green belt in areas such as Esher and Walton, and will the Secretary of State meet me to discuss it?
Context
The MP asked about the protection of green belts from development pressures.
Matthew Pennycook
The Government have made it clear in that very consultation that we do not intend to change the general purpose or extent of the green belt. We are committed to making changes to ensure that we are releasing the right parts of the green belt to meet housing need. The hon. Lady is more than welcome to submit her own views as part of that consultation.
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Other Parliamentary Activity
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Israel and Palestine
08 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Local Government Reorganisation
07 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Iran Conflict: Ceasefire
09 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Sudan
25 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
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G7 Summit
22 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Security Service Bill - Clause 1 (Designation of a body)
17 June 2026
Bill Debate
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The amendment seeks to introduce new section 33A into the National Security Act 2023, enabling the Home Secretary to designate bodies involved in foreign power threat activity. This is essential given...
Thames Water
16 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Social Media Ban for Under-16s
15 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Defence Investment Plan
15 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Transport (Scotland) Bill - Schedule 4 - Minor and Consequential amendments
10 June 2026
Bill Debate
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The amendment seeks to make minor and consequential changes to the bill, ensuring consistency in the provisions. It includes technical adjustments to align with existing regulations and improve clarit...
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11 Sep 2026
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Closure motion
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11 Sep 2026
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Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
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10 Sep 2026
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Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
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09 Sep 2026
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Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
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08 Sep 2026
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
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Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 6
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Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 145
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Motion to sit in private
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02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
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Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
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01 Jul 2026
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Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
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Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
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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
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Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
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Draft Carbon Budget Order 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 Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
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23 Jun 2026
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Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
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Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
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Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
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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: New Clause 22
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22 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
Ayes: 171
Noes: 322
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
Noes: 94
Passed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
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
VOTED AYE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ayes: 262
Noes: 86
Passed
24 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
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
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
Noes: 256
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 361
Noes: 84
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
1
PMQs Asked
30
Ministerial Questions Asked
105
House of Commons Debates Involved
0
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
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
-73% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+124% above average
This MP:
30
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+2061% above average
This MP:
105
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
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
About This Page
This page tracks Monica Harding's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.