Olivia Blake
MP for Sheffield Hallam
Lab
12 Dec 2019 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
Rather than cruel gimmicks such as Rwanda, is not the best way of deterring child crossings the introduction of safe and legal routes to claim asylum?
Context
Refugees are gathered outside Parliament to highlight the impact of the hostile environment on the migration and asylum system.
Rishi Sunak
This is about fairness. We will break the cycle of criminal gangs causing untold misery by introducing legislation that makes it clear illegal entrants can be detained and swiftly removed to a safe third country.
Assessment
The answer did not commit to safe and legal routes for asylum, instead focused on deterring illegal entries.
Session: PMQs
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I refer the House to my entry in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. Tomorrow marks one year since 32 people lost their lives in the channel. New evidence suggests that the boat reached British waters and that the French and British authorities knew that it was in distress for a very long time. Families are still waiting for answers from the marine accident investigation branch. Why has this investigation taken so long? Will the Prime Minister commit to a full public inquiry afterwards, and does he concede that this would not have happened if there were safe and legal routes into the UK?
Context
A boat carrying migrants capsized in the Channel, resulting in 32 deaths. The marine accident investigation branch has been criticized for taking too long to investigate.
Rishi Sunak
Every life that is lost in the channel is a tragedy, but that is why it is so vital that we break the cycle of criminal gangs that are exploiting people and trafficking them, and that is what the Home Secretary is focused on. We have accepted more than 380,000 people over the past few years, because this is a place where people can seek refuge and sanctuary, but we must be able to do that in a sustainable way, and that is why it is right that we tackle illegal migration.
Assessment
Did not address investigation timeline or public inquiry commitment, focused on tackling illegal immigration.
Shifted Focus To Overall Immigration Policy
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Throughout the country, there are children who have not gone back to school because their schools say that they cannot meet their needs. Do the continued delays to the Government's review of special educational needs and disability mean that the Government have abandoned those children? Will the Prime Minister listen to the concerns of parents and young people and make sure that their voices are heard in the review?
Context
Children are not returning to school due to the schools' inability to meet their special educational needs.
Boris Johnson
The hon. Lady raises an important point. When the Government came into office, a key part of the extra £14 billion that we put into education was for investment in special educational needs, to allow local areas to build more SEND schools where they were necessary. We are putting another £780 million into extra SEND education for our kids. If the hon. Lady wishes to raise a particular shortfall in a particular school or area, will she please write to me about it?
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She requests PM to meet with Chancellor, charities, and local leaders to discuss boosting funding for local welfare assistance schemes.
Context
Blake highlights a significant increase in emergency food parcels due to economic hardship caused by the pandemic, citing figures from Trussell Trust.
The Prime Minister (Boris Johnson)
Johnson acknowledges hardship but notes £3.2 billion extra support for local government. He announces additional £63 million welfare boost for disadvantaged families, focusing on summer meals. He stresses need to move forward and communicate effectively.
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I welcome the Secretary of State's leadership in restoring momentum on net zero. Will he outline how the Government's energy and climate strategies will be underpinned by clear delivery plans, milestones and transparent reporting to Parliament?
Context
The Secretary of State has shown leadership in restoring momentum on net zero. The Climate Change Act 2008 provides milestones for delivery.
Ed Miliband
My hon. Friend speaks with great eloquence on these issues. As she knows, that is the great thing about the Climate Change Act 2008, which was passed with the support of all parties. David Cameron—my nemesis—was a great supporter of that plan. The Act gives us the milestones that my hon. Friend talks about. On top of that, we have our clean power action plan.
Session: Topical Questions
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According to Cancer Research UK, 86% of melanoma skin cancer cases are preventable. My constituent Charlotte, who has stage 4 melanoma, is leading a campaign alongside Melanoma Focus to get better enforcement for the ban on sunbeds for under-18s and to stop the use of harmful melanotan II products such as tanning nasal sprays and injections. For under-35s, just one session on the sunbed is enough UV exposure to increase the risk of melanoma to 74%. Prevention is better than cure. Will the Minister meet us to discuss the effectiveness of the ban and preventive measures such as access to free sunscreen at events?
Context
The Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 banned the use of commercial sunbeds for under-18s. Cancer Research UK reports that 86% of melanoma skin cancer cases are preventable and highlights the severe risk associated with sunbed usage, especially for under-35s.
The Minister for Secondary Care (Karin Smyth)
As someone who was diagnosed myself with an earlier stage melanoma, I really commend the work of my hon. Friend’s constituent. It is an overwhelmingly preventable cancer, including by using sunscreen, better clothing, shading and no sunbeds. There are great charities out there to support people. I am sure a Minister will be in contact with my hon. Friend and her constituent soon to highlight the prevention aspects of this disease.
Session: Under-18s Sunbed Ban
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As someone with ADHD it is disappointing to hear from many of my constituents about difficulties in accessing diagnosis medication and other therapeutic inputs for ADHD and the impact on their lives and livelihoods as a result. Whether for children or adults waits of two five or seven years are becoming the norm. What steps are the Government taking to make sure that individuals can exercise their right to choose?
Context
Individuals face long waits for ADHD assessments, impacting their lives significantly.
Stephen Kinnock
I pay tribute to my hon. Friend for improving support for ADHD and recognise the valuable perspective that she brings through her lived experience. This Government inherited a broken NHS, with too many people facing long waits for an assessment. NHS England’s ADHD taskforce is looking at how support for people with ADHD can be improved. I look forward to reading its report and I recently had a very productive meeting with the director of that taskforce.
Session: Topical Questions
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A number of families have contacted me to share their concerns about the impact of the delays to the adoption and special guardianship support fund and the cuts to the service. What consideration has the Department given to addressing their challenges, and what steps are being taken to ensure that adoptive families receive the timely support they so desperately need?
Context
Families are experiencing delays in the adoption and special guardianship support fund, causing distress.
Janet Daby
We are providing £50 million through the adoption and special guardianship support fund, funding Adoption England with £8.8 million to improve adoption services. This includes new support for the first 12 to 18 months after placement and better support for families in crisis.
Session: Topical Questions
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Last year, the Government promised that they would publish their decarbonisation plan by the end of 2023, but they have failed to do so. Is that because the Secretary of State is too embarrassed to admit the truth?
Context
The question addresses the delay in publishing a promised decarbonisation plan and challenges the government's progress on delivering clean power.
Claire Coutinho
I thank the hon. Lady, but that is an extraordinary question. There would be much more credibility from the Labour party if it would recognise that the UK is the first country in the G20—the 20 largest economies—to halve emissions. While Labour Members might play politics with this issue, I am absolutely happy to defend our position on dealing with our climate change obligations in a pragmatic way.
Session: Grid Decarbonisation Cost
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Given that over 50,000 people are held under the Mental Health Act 1983 and despite repeated promises of reform, will the Minister confirm when the Government plans to bring a formal Bill to Parliament and what conversations have been had with the Chancellor about resourcing reforms?
Context
Over a year has passed since the publication of the Joint Committee report on the draft Mental Health Bill, with repeated promises of reform. The current situation is described as an outrage for campaigners and those affected by mental health issues.
Maria Caulfield
We are looking at the recommendations of the pre-legislative scrutiny Committee, which scrutinised our draft Mental Health Bill. The Government has invested £143 million in crisis support services leading to a reduction in use of the Act by 15%. No specific commitment on bringing formal legislation or discussions with the Chancellor were provided.
Session: Draft Mental Health Bill
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When will she plan to respond to the Joint Committee's report on the draft Mental Health Bill and address their recommendations?
Context
The Joint Committee on the Draft Mental Health Bill published a report on January 19, 2023, which the government has yet to respond to. This report discusses reforms aimed at improving mental health services.
Maria Caulfield
We are looking at the recommendations of the pre-legislative scrutiny Committee, which scrutinised our draft Mental Health Bill, and we will respond shortly.
Session: Draft Mental Health Bill
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Recent tragic events demonstrate that even those who are at risk of suicide are ignored after repeatedly raising concerns about their mental health in asylum accommodation. Why have Ministers changed the allocation of asylum accommodation policy to make it harder for people to prove that they are at risk of harm at a particular site? Will they learn the lessons from December's tragic incident?
Context
The question refers to recent tragic events involving suicide and mental health concerns among asylum seekers, suggesting a change in policy has made it harder for individuals to prove they are at risk.
Tom Pursglove
I do not accept the depiction that the hon. Lady paints of the situation. We of course make appropriate case-by-case decisions about accommodation arrangements for individuals, reflecting the needs they have and with proper referrals made to any other agencies required to ensure somebody's health or wellbeing, and that safeguarding issues are properly addressed. Migrant Help support is available 24/7 for people to access and raise any issues.
Session: Asylum Accommodation Safety and Wellbeing
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What steps his Department is taking to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of asylum seekers in asylum accommodation?
Context
No specific event or statistic was mentioned, but the question addresses ongoing concerns about the safety and welfare of asylum seekers.
Tom Pursglove
We continue to provide safe, habitable and fit-for-purpose accommodation for asylum seekers who would otherwise be destitute. The Home Office has established procedures to hold contracted accommodation providers responsible for the provision of safety, security and wellbeing of asylum seekers. In addition, asylum seekers have access to a 24/7 helpline to raise concerns and make formal complaints.
Session: Asylum Accommodation Safety and Wellbeing
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Will the Government bring in an outright ban on heather burning practices, which affect health, natural environment, and climate?
Context
The smoke from heather burning on the moors has caused a spike in poor air quality, reaching levels four times the legal limit and affecting constituents with respiratory problems.
Therese Coffey
The hon. Lady will be aware of the action that has been taken—that Ministers required Sheffield City Council to take—to accelerate measures to improve air quality. On the wider measures that she talks about, we are not seeking to ban important practices, but of course things continue to evolve. Air quality is improving and she should be grateful not only to her local councils but to the Government for making that happen in her constituency.
Session: Topical Questions
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Is it confirmed that there is a U-turn on the proposed hydrogen levy? How will investment in green hydrogen be funded, ensuring households are not burdened?
Context
The Secretary of State indicated a U-turn regarding the proposed hydrogen levy. Labour wants to confirm this change and understand how the Government plans to fund green hydrogen technology without impacting household energy bills.
Grant Shapps
The Government welcome the hydrogen economy as crucial for storing power in heavy industry. We aim to support this sector while ensuring it does not affect people's energy costs, which have recently decreased due to winter support measures.
Session: Topical Questions
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Does the Minister agree that we owe huge thanks to my hon. Friend the Member for Streatham (Bell Ribeiro-Addy) for her work as chair of the all-party parliamentary group on Black maternal health? Secondly, black women are four times more likely to die during pregnancy and childbirth and 3.5% more likely to miscarry. The Women and Equalities Committee's report highlights that the Government are failing to act. Will the Minister commit today to setting a binding target and providing properly resourced solutions to end this scandal and these disparities?
Context
Concerns have been raised about the higher likelihood of black women dying during pregnancy and childbirth. The Women and Equalities Committee's report highlights a failure by the Government to adequately address these issues.
Maria Caulfield
I am happy to place on record my thanks to the hon. Member for Streatham (Bell Ribeiro-Addy), who does fantastic work in this place. I should point out that the figure is lower than that—it is now 3.5—but it is still too high, and we are doing record amounts of work to try to reduce it. Only last month the NHS published its “Three year delivery plan for maternity and neonatal services” with the aim of ending disparities in pregnancy and childbirth, and the maternity disparities taskforce is currently looking into pre-conception care.
Session: Maternal Health Disparities
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Does the Minister agree that any treaty punishing attempts to tackle the climate crisis is fundamentally wrong? Does he also agree with France, Spain, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Slovenia, the European Parliament and the European Commission that modernising the ECT is impossible and that it is time for a coordinated withdrawal from this treaty?
Context
The Energy Charter Treaty allows fossil fuel companies to sue governments for loss of profits due to decarbonisation efforts. Several EU countries and institutions have called for a coordinated withdrawal.
Graham Stuart
We were firm proponents of modernising the treaty precisely so that it would not do what the hon. Lady described, but, as I have said already, we will continue to watch the situation closely.
Session: Energy Charter Treaty
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What discussions has the Minister had with his EU counterparts on the potential scope of a co-ordinated withdrawal from the energy charter treaty?
Context
The Energy Charter Treaty allows fossil fuel companies to sue governments for loss of profits due to decarbonisation efforts. Several EU countries and institutions have called for a coordinated withdrawal.
Graham Stuart
I have not held discussions with EU counterparts on the scope of co-ordinated withdrawal from the energy charter treaty and note that the EU itself does not have an agreed position as yet. We are closely monitoring the situation on the ECT.
Session: Energy Charter Treaty
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Last month Carla, a parent in my constituency, suffered a serious head injury after a large piece of cladding flew off the school building, striking her on the head. Thankfully, Carla's injuries are not life-threatening, but we need to ensure no other parent, staff member or child is put at risk in that way. According to leaked Government reports, school buildings in England are in such bad disrepair that they are a “risk to life”. Instead of waiting for the inevitable to happen, will the Minister meet me to discuss the issue?
Context
A school in Sheffield experienced an incident where a parent was injured by cladding. Government reports suggest schools are at risk due to disrepair.
Nick Gibb
I am very happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss the issue. The ratings she refers to reflect increased numbers of structural issues identified through our continued monitoring and surveying of the schools estate, and the age of that estate. We can and do improve the life expectancy of school buildings by careful maintenance and upgrades over time. That is why we have a 10-year rebuilding programme, allocate significant capital funding each year, and provide extensive guidance on effective estate management. Whenever the Department is made aware of a dangerous building, immediate action is taken.
Session: Topical Questions
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The UK is among the most nature-depleted countries in the world and the decline is not slowing. The Government have made a deliberate decision not to announce any concrete targets to reverse it until October next year, long after COP26, and are instead focusing on cutting the costs of internal flights rather than cutting rail fares. Does the Minister think this undermines the Government's credibility at the conference this weekend?
Context
The Government have delayed announcing concrete targets to reverse nature depletion until October next year, which may affect their credibility at COP26.
Rebecca Pow
No.
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If the Minister were an LGBTQ+ asylum seeker, how would they prove on the balance of probability that they are one, and how would they find proof after a life of hiding their identity?
Context
The Nationality and Borders Bill raises the standard of proof for assessing whether someone has grounds to fear persecution to a higher level, which may pose challenges for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Tom Pursglove
The hon. Lady makes a valid point; however, I am new in role and still getting up to speed with the Bill. The Bill Committee began taking evidence on 16 September, and line-by-line scrutiny will follow after recess. We are sympathetic to the issue raised.
Session: Nationality and Borders Bill LGBTQ+ People
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What assessment has been made of the potential effect of the Nationality and Borders Bill on (a) equality, (b) personal safety and (c) the process of providing identity evidence in the asylum process for LGBTQ+ people?
Context
The Nationality and Borders Bill is under scrutiny for its potential impacts on equality, personal safety, and the asylum process for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Tom Pursglove
The Nationality and Borders Bill seeks to build a fair but firm asylum and legal migration system. An equality impact assessment for the policies in the Bill was published on 16 September, which includes an assessment of potential impacts on people who are LGBTQ+.
Session: Nationality and Borders Bill LGBTQ+ People
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Does she agree with the Chair of the Environmental Audit Committee, who says that despite numerous policies to leave the environment better than found, they often lack teeth and delivery mechanisms? Where is the plan?
Context
The Environmental Audit Committee Chair criticized the Government for grandiose statements without effective delivery mechanisms regarding biodiversity.
Rebecca Pow
The plethora of press releases demonstrate just how much work is going on. We have groundbreaking legislation, targets in the Environment Bill, and grants such as the woodland creation grant and Nature for Climate peatland restoration grant scheme.
Session: Abundance of Wildlife Species Legislative Proposals
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Thank you, Mr Speaker. The Government have made grand claims about adding species-abundance targets to the Environment Bill to protect native species and wildlife. However, last week they published their amendment; will the Minister explain why the proposed legislation commits only to furthering an objective of halting a decline in the abundance of species rather than reversing it?
Context
The MP questions why the Government's proposed legislation only commits to halting a decline in the abundance of species rather than reversing it.
Rebecca Pow
The Government is committed to halting the decline of nature by 2030. This commitment includes local and national nature recovery strategies, land and sea protection, landscape recovery schemes, and environmental land management systems. We will consult on the exact detail of the target in 2022.
Session: Native Species and Wildlife
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Research by my union has shown that failing to raise statutory sick pay to Liverpool rates has serious negative impacts on particular groups in society. Does the Minister agree that an equality impact assessment should be done and more measures taken to ensure statutory sick pay is set at a liveable rate?
Context
The MP references research by her union, GMB, which shows detrimental effects of statutory sick pay not being raised to a liveable rate for specific societal groups.
Justin Tomlinson
Equality impact assessments are conducted when there are policy changes, not as part of annual uprating. However, statutory sick pay should not be viewed in isolation as individuals can access additional support from their employer or welfare system. The recent consultation 'Health is everyone's business' addressed these issues and reviews will be published.
Session: Statutory Sick Pay
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What recent discussions has she had with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on conducting an equality impact assessment of the level of statutory sick pay?
Context
The MP is concerned about the recent discussions on conducting an equality impact assessment of statutory sick pay levels.
Justin Tomlinson
Statutory sick pay is increased annually through uprating, which does not require an equality impact assessment. Individuals requiring further financial support may receive it through the welfare system.
Session: Statutory Sick Pay
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The prison operator G4S is withholding full sick pay from workers who operate in close contact with prisoners. Does the Secretary of State agree with me and the GMB union that that is scandalous? Will he support calls for G4S to provide the sick pay its workers deserve?
Context
A dispute has arisen with the prison operator G4S over full sick pay for workers.
Robert Buckland
While it would be wrong of me to make direct comment on what is, sadly, a dispute, I will certainly look into the matter and report back to the hon. Lady on the latest progress or otherwise. I hugely value prison staff and the incredible work they have done, not just throughout the covid pandemic but beforehand.
Session: Topical Questions
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If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities. The Prime Minister has promised to protect people, and last week I laid a White Paper entitled 'A Smarter Approach to Sentencing'. Will you now take responsibility for your department and outline the measures in detail?
Context
The question follows the introduction of a White Paper on sentencing reforms.
Robert Buckland
The first duty of any Government is to protect their people. Too often, our system of sentencing in England and Wales does not command the public's confidence, so last week I laid a White Paper entitled 'A Smarter Approach to Sentencing'. The measures in the White Paper will keep serious violent and sexual offenders in prison for longer and prevent the automatic release of prisoners before the end of their sentence if they present a danger to the public.
Session: Topical Questions
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
No Recourse to Public Funds: Homelessness
16 December 2025
Responding: Mike Tapp
Main Concerns
['The debate highlights the issue of homelessness among migrants subject to no recourse to public funds, which includes many children. Official data fails to capture hidden homelessness prevalent in migrant communities. Around 4.5 million migrants are subject to no recourse to public funds and lack access to essential benefits and support systems. On a single autumn night this year, 27% of those sleeping rough were non-British citizens, the highest proportion since 2017.']
Specific Asks
['Will the Home Office commit to collecting better data on the number of people subject to no recourse to public funds who are at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness?']
Child Poverty and No Recourse to Public Funds
11 June 2025
Responding: Selby
Main Concerns
['According to the IPPR, there are an estimated 1.5 million children in poverty with migrant parents in the UK, accounting for more than a third of all children living in poverty. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation found a 92% increase since 2019 in the number of migrant households experiencing destitution due to no recourse to public funds (NRPF) policy.']
Specific Asks
['The Government should ensure that NRPF restrictions are addressed within the upcoming child poverty review and that data collection on children impacted by NRPF is improved to better understand and address their needs.']
Heather Burning on Peatlands
23 January 2024
Responding: Robbie Moore
Main Concerns
["On October 9 last year, smoke and air pollution in Sheffield Hallam exceeded legal limits by four times. Residents reported difficulty breathing and respiratory issues due to burning heather on moorlands west of Sheffield. Despite the harmful impact on health and environment, such burns can be lawful under current regulations. The burning undermines efforts to address climate and nature crises by damaging blanket peat bog habitats that store carbon dioxide. In the UK, 13% of the world's blanket peat bogs exist, emitting CO2 equivalent to 140,000 cars annually. Degraded peatlands exacerbate flooding due to loss of sphagnum moss, a natural flood defence."]
Specific Asks
['The Government should consider an outright ban on heather burning and develop a comprehensive plan for restoring peatland habitats. The current licensing regime is inadequate as it leaves about 60% of UK peatlands unprotected and enforcement is lacking, with only three cases prosecuted in the past two years.']
Homes for Ukraine Scheme Anniversary — [Peter Dowd in the Chair]
01 March 2023
Responding: Felicity Buchan
Greening the Financial System — [Mr Peter Bone in the Chair]
30 November 2022
Responding: James Cartlidge
Main Concerns
["The financial system is not serving the interests of people or planet. The volume of privately invested financial assets globally is expected to reach $140.4 trillion by 2025, with UK pension assets amounting to almost £3 trillion. However, just 100 richest companies are responsible for over 70% of all global emissions and the world's three largest asset managers have a combined £300 billion invested in fossil fuels. In the five years since the Paris agreement, banks financed fossil fuel projects to the tune of $3.8 trillion. The City of London would be the ninth largest polluter if it were a country."]
Specific Asks
['The Financial Services and Markets Bill should aim to enhance the competitiveness of the sector but also align financial flows with clean growth. It should move more rapidly on instituting mandatory net zero transition plans for financial institutions, raise capital requirements on fossil-fuel investments, and expand the concept of fiduciary duty.']
Nationality and Borders Bill: LGBTQ+ People
02 February 2022
Responding: Tom Pursglove
Main Concerns
["The Nationality and Borders Bill will have a devastating impact on LGBTQ+ asylum seekers and refugees. Currently, one in three applications from LGBTQ+ asylum seekers across Europe is refused because officials do not believe the applicant's story. In the UK, around 2,000 people flee persecution due to their sexual orientation each year, with only about a quarter of those applications granted by the Home Office. The Bill increases the burden of proof for asylum applications and forces applicants to produce relevant evidence by a fixed date, which is often impossible for LGBTQ+ individuals who face trauma and language barriers."]
Specific Asks
["The Government should address the 'culture of disbelief' that undermines LGBTQ+ asylum seekers' claims and should work on righting these wrongs instead of increasing the burden of proof. The Minister needs to provide a proper response to the concerns raised by LGBTQ+ organisations and the equality impact assessment."]
Moorland Burning
18 November 2020
Responding: Rebecca Pow
Main Concerns
['The UK peatlands contain an estimated 3,200 million tonnes of carbon. Between the 1940s and present, there has been a sevenfold increase in burning on peatland in England alone. In Great Britain, between 2001 and 2011, burning increased at a rate of 11% per year. Burning peat bogs dries out peat soil, harming biodiversity and water quality, leading to higher carbon dioxide emissions equivalent to those from 140,000 cars annually. The dried peat also contributes to flooding issues, as seen in Fishlake near Doncaster where 90% of homes were flooded last year.']
Specific Asks
["The Government must announce an immediate ban on moorland burning and restore our peatlands to their natural habitats. They should also commit to properly resourcing conservation bodies to monitor and clamp down on illegal burning, set a firm date for the burn ban to take effect, and implement Labour's plan for a national nature service."]
Civil Service Pensions
06 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Climate Change
24 June 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Moves to approve the draft Carbon Budget Order 2026, which was laid before this House on 2 June.
Puberty Blockers
23 June 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
As a consultant paediatrician, Caroline Johnson highlights the ethical concerns surrounding the PATHWAYS clinical trial that involves administering puberty-suppressing hormones to children with gender...
Schools White Paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving
23 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Local Power Plan
10 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform 2026-01-27
27 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Child Poverty Strategy 2025-12-08
08 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
COP30 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
G20 and Ukraine 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Prime Minister discussed the ongoing situation in Ukraine, emphasising the need for a ceasefire and just and lasting peace. He highlighted the coalition of willing nations' efforts to maintain Ukr...
English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill 2025-11-25
25 November 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Proposes new clause 45 to stop the automatic publication of local government members' home addresses in public registers, ensuring that such information is only published if explicitly requested by a ...
Attendance
80.6%
79 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
33
33.7% of votes
No Votes
46
46.9% of votes
Abstentions
19
19.4% of votes
11 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Closure motion
Ayes: 293
Noes: 218
Passed
11 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 270
Noes: 286
Failed
10 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 77
Noes: 292
Failed
09 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Plant Health, Seeds, Seed Potatoes and Plant Propagating Material (Ame...
Ayes: 371
Noes: 100
Passed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 140
Ayes: 79
Noes: 300
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
Failed
08 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1
Ayes: 162
Noes: 297
Failed
07 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 6
Ayes: 77
Noes: 317
Failed
07 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 145
Ayes: 170
Noes: 316
Failed
04 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Motion to sit in private
Ayes: 1
Noes: 79
Failed
02 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
Ayes: 105
Noes: 410
Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
Ayes: 85
Noes: 427
Failed
02 Sep 2026
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Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 411
Noes: 102
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 80
Noes: 281
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 323
Noes: 160
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
Ayes: 332
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
Ayes: 329
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
Noes: 93
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
Ayes: 108
Noes: 307
Failed
23 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
Ayes: 294
Noes: 110
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
Noes: 283
Failed
22 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
Noes: 311
Failed
22 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
Ayes: 171
Noes: 322
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
Ayes: 233
Noes: 94
Passed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
Noes: 317
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
Ayes: 143
Noes: 249
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
Ayes: 135
Noes: 258
Failed
17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
Noes: 244
Failed
16 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 77
Noes: 255
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
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
Ayes: 69
Noes: 279
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
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 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
04 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
4
PMQs Asked
24
Ministerial Questions Asked
114
House of Commons Debates Involved
7
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 1457 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
+9% above average
This MP:
4
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+79% above average
This MP:
24
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+178% above average
This MP:
7
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+2246% above average
This MP:
114
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 (%)
+16% above average
This MP:
80.6
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 Olivia Blake's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.