Neil O'Brien
MP for Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
Con
8 Jun 2017 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
It is excellent that we are leading Europe in vaccinations and it is excellent that we now have strong health borders, but, as the virus bounces around the world, there is a real risk that it will mutate and be able to dodge the vaccines or reduce their efficacy; there is concerning data from South Africa in that respect. Will the Government develop a new rapid pathway to allow the approval of new variations of the vaccines so that we can shut down any new strains quickly?
Context
The question concerns the risk of new virus variants rendering current vaccines less effective or ineffective.
Boris Johnson
Yes indeed. My hon. Friend makes an incredibly important point, and we have been talking intensively about that with the scientists over the past days and weeks and also in the past few hours. We are confident that the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency will be in a position to turn around new applications for new variants of vaccines, as may be required to deal with new variants of the virus.
Assessment
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Session: PMQs
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I welcome the introduction of the National Security and Investment Bill. When countries trample human rights at home and threaten our allies abroad, they should not be able to buy up strategic UK industries without scrutiny.
Context
The National Security and Investment Bill has been introduced to ensure scrutiny of foreign investments in strategically important industries.
Boris Johnson
Yes. The Prime Minister agrees that we need once again for the United Kingdom and the US to stand together and stick up for our values around the world: human rights, global free trade, NATO, climate change.
Assessment
Did not address the specific concerns about foreign investments without scrutiny.
Session: PMQs
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Churches across the country are doing amazing work tackling poverty, but they could be doing more. Many of my constituents will be surprised that the Church Commissioners have already spent £5 million on Project Spire when it is not within their charitable objectives, and that they plan to spend £100 million when the Charity Commission has not signed that off. Why are the Church Commissioners doing something that is not within their charitable objectives?
Context
The MP is concerned about the Church Commissioners spending £5 million on a project outside their charitable objectives without approval from the Charity Commission.
Marsha De Cordova
No decision has been taken on that. When the board of governors and the Church of Commissioners make that decision, they will follow the right processes to do so.
Session: Poverty
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Having told this House in answer to an urgent question from the hon. Member for Twickenham (Munira Wilson) that the adoption and special guardianship support fund would continue, Ministers somehow did not manage to mention that the funding per child would be cut by 40%. They then slipped that out during recess. Meanwhile, Ministers will spend £90 million on advertising. Can they at least agree to publish the impact assessment on cutting what is available from this fund?
Context
The Government announced a cut to the adoption and special guardianship support fund by 40%, but did not disclose this information during their urgent question. The funding reduction will have significant impacts, including increased pressure on mental health services.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education (Stephen Morgan)
We will respond in due course to those issues.
Session: SEND Provision
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Before the election, Labour promised to let businesses spend 50% of their apprenticeship levy money on non-apprenticeships, but now Ministers say the commitment is under review. Ministers are taking away the flexibility of businesses to spend their own money on level 7 apprenticeships—a big change to the principles of the levy. Will the Secretary of State confirm when the review of her own policy will conclude, and will she rule out doing to level 6 apprenticeships what she is doing to level 7 apprenticeships?
Context
Before the election, Labour promised to let businesses spend up to 50% of their apprenticeship levy money on non-apprenticeships. Now Ministers say this commitment is under review.
Bridget Phillipson
We remain committed to reforming the failing apprenticeship levy and turning it into a growth and skills levy with up to 50% flexibility for employers, driving new opportunities in growth areas across our country, alongside ensuring that we deliver many more apprenticeship starts for our young people. We inherited a situation where apprenticeship starts were falling at a time when we urgently need to invest in the skills of the next generation. We will work with business through Skills England to drive forward what is required for adult learners as well as young people.
Session: Skills Training
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Because of the increase in national insurance, the Early Years Alliance is warning of a 20% increase in fees for early years parents, which affects nurseries and things like paid-for breakfast clubs. It says that the Budget will be a “recipe for total disaster”, with up to four in 10 early years providers closing unless drastic action is taken. As a first step towards averting that disaster, will the Secretary of State now agree to publish the Department's estimate of how much the national insurance increase will cost early years providers? If she will not publish it, why not?
Context
The MP is concerned about the impact of the national insurance increase on early years providers.
Bridget Phillipson
I take the concerns of early years providers very seriously indeed, and we will set out in due course the funding rates and the approach that we are taking. The hon. Gentleman and the Conservative party are very keen to complain about and criticise the measures that we set out in the Budget, yet the Leader of the Opposition herself said that she would refuse to reverse them.
Session: Primary School Breakfast Clubs Impact
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It is marvellous that we now have the electric lines energised up through Market Harborough to Wigston, and we are looking forward to our electric trains arriving next year. Even better, we have Spion Kop bridge staying open. Will the Rail Minister meet me to ensure that we avoid any risk that future electrification works lead to a further withdrawal of late and early services to Market Harborough? The last train back from London is already far too early, so we need to avoid the works having any further damaging impact.
Context
Electric lines have been energized up through Market Harborough to Wigston, with electric trains expected next year. The concern is the impact of future electrification works on late and early train services.
Lilian Greenwood
We are all concerned about the impact of works on services. I know that the Rail Minister is aware of that and would welcome the opportunity to visit, alongside Network Rail, to see the work being done to mitigate the impact on the hon. Gentleman's constituents as that work continues.
Session: Midland Main Line Electrification
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What recent estimate has been made regarding when the electrification of the midland main line will be complete?
Context
The electrification of the Midland Main Line to Nottingham and Sheffield via Derby is in progress.
Lilian Greenwood
The electrification of the remainder of the route to Nottingham and Sheffield via Derby—the midland main line electrification programme—is in development, and currently it is planned to be completed by the early 2030s, subject to business case approvals and wider affordability considerations.
Session: Midland Main Line Electrification
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Before the election, Labour said that Great British Energy would cut electricity bills by £300. After the election, the Labour Government voted against writing that into law and instead took away people's winter fuel payments and made their bills more expensive. The Institute for Fiscal Studies has now said that their policies are fundamentally raising prices for consumers to the tune of £120 per household, and we know from the NESO report that this will get worse.
Context
The question is about the impact of Great British Energy policies on electricity prices based on reports from the Institute for Fiscal Studies and NESO.
Michael Shanks
Question after question from the Conservatives shows that they do not recognise the part they played for 14 years in why we are paying higher bills than ever before. We are the only party with an ambitious plan to get us off the volatile fossil fuel markets.
Session: Great British Energy
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What assessment was made beforehand of the impact that this cut would have? Will the Secretary of State reconsider it?
Context
The Department recently confirmed a decision to cancel support payments to combined cadet forces in state schools.
Janet Daby
We respect all young people in cadets or other armed forces areas. The hon. Gentleman raises this point, but after 14 years of previous Government's failure and a £22 billion black hole, there are difficult choices to be made.
Session: Skills and Employment
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The hon. Gentleman asked about plans for developing Stretton Hall through the new homes accelerator programme. He mentioned documents from Harborough district council showing sites with up to 16,000 home capacities around Stretton Hall and questioned why only 4,000 homes were announced by the Government press release in August. The hon. Gentleman requested confirmation on which Minister visited the site before the announcement and asked for the publication of the methodology used to select the community and a list of sites that were considered but not selected.
Context
Documents from Harborough district council reveal that there are sites with a capacity of up to 16,000 homes around Stretton Hall. The Government's press release in August stated that approximately 4,000 homes would be developed on the site.
Matthew Pennycook
The hon. Gentleman inquired about the visitation to Stretton Hall before the announcement, and I have not had the chance to do so yet but intend to visit the site along with other new homes accelerator sites in the future. The Government believes that every area must contribute to meeting housing demand across England.
Session: New Homes Accelerator Programme Stretton Hall
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The hon. Gentleman asked about plans for developing Stretton Hall through the new homes accelerator programme. He mentioned documents from Harborough district council showing sites with up to 16,000 home capacities around Stretton Hall and questioned why only 4,000 homes were announced by the Government press release in August. The hon. Gentleman requested confirmation on which Minister visited the site before the announcement and asked for the publication of the methodology used to select the community and a list of sites that were considered but not selected.
Context
Documents from Harborough district council reveal that there are sites with a capacity of up to 16,000 homes around Stretton Hall. The Government's press release in August stated that approximately 4,000 homes would be developed on the site.
Matthew Pennycook
The hon. Gentleman inquired about the visitation to Stretton Hall before the announcement, and I have not had the chance to do so yet but intend to visit the site along with other new homes accelerator sites in the future. The Government believes that every area must contribute to meeting housing demand across England.
Session: New Homes Accelerator Programme Stretton Hall
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The footage of children caught in fighting is horrendous, as is the hostage situation. What steps are you taking to protect aid workers? And given your efforts aren't working, what's next?
Context
Footage shows children caught in fighting and hostages held. Efforts to get more aid in Gaza are not working.
Anneliese Dodds
We work with UN agencies for verified information and resumed support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. We have been in close contact with the WFP and others.
Session: Gaza Humanitarian Situation
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When will the full economic costing information for achieving a fully decarbonised renewables-based grid by 2030 be published?
Context
The previous Secretary of State commissioned a Department to produce an economic cost analysis for getting to a fully decarbonised renewables-based grid by 2030. This information should be placed before the House.
Ed Miliband
Of course, that work is ongoing—in fact, I think the right hon. Lady the shadow Secretary of State has written me a letter about it—and we will be announcing our plans in due course.
Session: Zero Carbon Electricity System
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Will the Secretary of State confirm that those guilty of manslaughter can get early release, and explain why?
Context
The Government have found prison places for those involved in recent disorder through early release policies. There are concerns about who qualifies for this.
Shabana Mahmood
The prison system inherited was on the brink of collapse. Early releases were necessary due to capacity issues, but important exclusions exist based on offence and sentence. The answer will not provide a running commentary on specific cases affected by SDS40 policy.
Session: Recent Disorder
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For many years, the Department published statistics giving a breakdown of welfare claims by nationality. Although the Department still has the data, it no longer publishes the statistics. Will the Minister look again at that, and start publishing those important statistics once again?
Context
The Department previously published statistics breaking down welfare claims by nationality but has since stopped doing so.
Jo Churchill
I thank my hon. Friend, but I would like to inform him that at the moment there are no plans to recommence the publication of those statistics.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Government are to be commended for taking through the first leasehold reforms for 20 years, but as the Bill now goes to the Lords, will Ministers go further and agree: first, to empower the 3 million to 4 million people trapped on fleecehold estates; and, secondly, to fundamentally end this scammy, dodgy, corrupt model once and for all?
Context
The MP is seeking further reforms for leasehold and fleecehold estates as the Bill goes to the Lords.
Lee Rowley
My hon. Friend makes an important point about making sure that we strike the right balance. We have brought forward significant reforms in the Bill, but I am happy to continue to talk to him and other Members who are interested. The Government continue to look at what more can be done.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will my right hon. Friend set out the steps he is taking to relieve civilian suffering, and what steps are being taken against illegal settlements?
Context
The House is appalled by atrocities committed by Hamas but also concerned about civilian suffering.
Andrew Mitchell
We have delivered 74 tonnes of aid to el-Arish and 100 trucks with 120,600 litres of fuel crossed into Rafah yesterday. However, it is not enough progress yet.
Session: Gaza Civilian Deaths and Humanitarian Situation
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Can the Secretary of State help me get across to my local Lib Dem-run council that the government is not planning to force councils into having an out-of-date plan by taking away their right to submit a new, up-to-date plan?
Context
The Government are working to protect councils during the transition to a new planning system but there is confusion about this amongst local councils.
Michael Gove
I had the great pleasure of visiting Harborough on Friday when I was able to see the enormously high regard with which my hon. Friend is held. Unfortunately, that high regard does not extend to Oadby and Wigston Borough Council or Harborough District Council—two Liberal Democrat authorities that are playing fast and loose with the planning system and letting their residents down.
Session: Topical Questions
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What steps he is taking to encourage de-escalation of the conflict in Israel and Gaza.
Context
No specific background context provided for this question.
Grant Shapps
We are working with partners across the wider region, urging all sides to de-escalate tension, facilitate the supply of humanitarian aid, and tackle all forms of extremism.
Session: Israel and Gaza
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Does my right hon. Friend agree that, as well as raising more for the infrastructure that is needed to support new housing, more of the cost should be borne by developers rather than taxpayers, and that we should give more power, freedom and flexibility to local councils about how they spend those revenues in line with local priorities?
Context
The question addresses the need for reform in the current system of levies imposed on developers to fund infrastructure and affordable housing. The current system is seen as complex and ineffective.
Robert Jenrick
The current system is not successful. It leads to long-winded wrangling. It places the cards in the hands of big developers, rather than local councils, communities and, in particular, small developers, who find it too costly and complex to navigate. The new infrastructure levy will be simpler and more certain and, as my hon. Friend says, it will do two important things. First, it will raise a larger amount of money, capturing more of the uplift in land values, so that more money can be put at the disposal of local communities. Secondly, it will give greater freedom to local councils to decide how they choose to spend that, so that development can benefit communities in flexible ways.
Session: Housing Development Levies
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What progress he is making on reforming levies on housing development?
Context
The question addresses the need for reform in the current system of levies imposed on developers to fund infrastructure and affordable housing. The current system is seen as complex and ineffective.
Robert Jenrick
Contributions from housing developers see around £7 billion a year invested back into communities, building more homes and vital infrastructure, such as schools and hospitals, and helping to deliver more than 30,000 affordable homes last year. But, as my hon. Friend has raised with me a number of times, the system is still too long-winded and complex. To fix that, we will introduce a flat rate, non-negotiable single infrastructure levy. As set out in the “Planning for the future” White Paper, that will accelerate house building, aim to raise more revenue than under the current process and deliver at least as many on-site affordable homes.
Session: Housing Development Levies
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What recent assessment has been made of the adequacy of benefits for people with severe disabilities? Additionally, in light of a specific constituent case involving Tom Hipgrave, what more is being done by the government to assist those with severe disabilities?
Context
The question addresses the adequacy of benefits provided to individuals with severe disabilities and inquires about additional support measures.
Justin Tomlinson (The Minister for Disabled People, Work and Health) (Conservative)
As a Government, we are currently spending £55 billion supporting disabled people and those with long-term health conditions. The forthcoming Green Paper will be key in exploring other ways to offer greater support, such as advocacy, signposting and removing barriers across Government and in wider society.
Session: Benefits for People with Severe Disabilities
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What steps are being taken to address the findings of the IFS report, particularly regarding the negative economic returns for 30% of students and the need for a stronger technical education system?
Context
The Institute for Fiscal Studies published a report in February 2020 titled 'The impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings' which highlighted significant concerns about the economic return on investment for many students.
Michelle Donelan (Minister for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation)
We are committed to enabling students to make informed decisions by tackling low-quality courses and ensuring returns on investment. University is not the sole or optimal route for all careers; we support high-quality alternatives like T-levels and apprenticeships as part of a revolution in further education.
Session: Undergraduate Degrees Lifetime Earnings
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Local Government Reform
10 June 2026
Responding: Alison McGovern
Main Concerns
["I am concerned about the Labour Government's sudden decision to abolish district and borough councils in England, which has led to strong opposition from constituents. I have conducted a ballot of over 22,000 households across Oadby and Wigston, with around half participating, resulting in 97% opposing becoming part of Leicester city. Similarly, an area around Great Glen saw 98% oppose the expansion. The primary concerns include higher council tax rates and loss of local accountability and identity."]
Specific Asks
['I ask the Government to listen to the overwhelming opposition and reconsider their plans for expanding cities like Leicester without consulting local residents first.']
Illegal Immigration — [Sir Mark Hendrick in the Chair]
10 September 2024
Responding: Angela Eagle
Main Concerns
['The number of people entering the UK illegally has surged since 2021, with over 125,000 individuals arriving by small boats alone. The asylum system is being overwhelmed, as many claimants are granted asylum or remain indefinitely despite having their claims denied. This undermines legal migration and security efforts, allowing dangerous individuals to enter the country.']
Specific Asks
['The lead MP asks the government to publish data on illegal immigration costs, set clear deportation targets with timelines, resume talks for third-country agreements, commit to towing boats back to France, and address underlying reasons why people attempt illegal entry.']
Leasehold Reform and New Homes
28 February 2024
Responding: Lee Rowley
Main Concerns
["I am concerned about the issues faced by leaseholders in my constituency. This includes excessive charges for services like terrorism insurance for a fence, as well as developers' failure to meet planning conditions such as providing GP surgeries or maintaining trees. Residents are often misled about their rights and responsibilities when purchasing homes under the fleecehold model, leading to unfair practices that leave them with large bills for poor service. Additionally, many new home buyers face serious issues like sewage backups into their homes and inadequate infrastructure due to the fast-turn development model."]
Specific Asks
['I urge the Government to end the fleecehold estates model entirely and provide a right to manage or council adoption for existing residents. Furthermore, I ask for clearer rules on planning conditions and developer responsibility to prevent the misuse of variations in planning permissions. Lastly, I request that councils adopt all amenities on new housing estates as recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority.']
Local Government Reorganisation
07 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Local Government Reorganisation
16 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address
19 May 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Student Loans
18 March 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Rural Mobile Connectivity
12 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The debate focuses on the inadequate mobile signal coverage in rural England, particularly highlighting the frustrations and inconveniences faced by constituents due to poor connectivity. Helen Morgan...
Standards in Public Life
09 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Lord Mandelson 2026-02-04
04 February 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
I beg to move, that an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions to require the Government to lay before this House all papers relating to Lord ...
UK Ambassador to the US Appointment Process 2025-09-11
11 September 2025
Urgent Question
Led by this MP
Will the Minister confirm that Lord Mandelson was withdrawn as ambassador with immediate effect due to new information revealed in emails showing a deeper relationship between him and Jeffrey Epstein ...
Afghanistan 2025-07-15
15 July 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Educational Attainment of Boys 2025-07-10
10 July 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Sam Rushworth highlights the underachievement of boys at every stage of education, citing statistics such as only 57% of boys meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths by key stage 2 co...
Attendance
70.4%
69 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
38
38.8% of votes
No Votes
31
31.6% of votes
Abstentions
29
29.6% of votes
11 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED AYE
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
VOTED AYE
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
Ayes: 105
Noes: 410
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
Ayes: 85
Noes: 427
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 411
Noes: 102
Passed
01 Jul 2026
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
Noes: 256
Failed
23 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 361
Noes: 84
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
2
PMQs Asked
22
Ministerial Questions Asked
77
House of Commons Debates Involved
3
Westminster Hall Debates Led
5
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
-45% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+64% above average
This MP:
22
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+19% above average
This MP:
3
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+1484% above average
This MP:
77
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
-47% below average
This MP:
5
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+2% above average
This MP:
70.4
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 Neil O'Brien's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.