Richard Quigley
MP for Isle of Wight West
Lab
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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As the Prime Minister will have heard me say, the Isle of Wight is a fantastic place to live, work and learn, despite the Leader of the Opposition trying to give us to China. He will also be aware of some of the challenges we have in cross-Solent transport with reliability, frequency and price. The emissions trading scheme, which ironically applies only to hybrid vessels, might increase fares further. Exemptions have been granted for Scotland and Northern Ireland, and the lack of grid capacity means that we cannot fully decarbonise. I am deeply concerned about the impact on our island community.
Context
The Isle of Wight faces challenges with cross-Solent transport reliability, frequency, and price. The ETS scheme might increase fares further.
Keir Starmer
I know how important affordable ferries are to my hon. Friend's constituents' everyday lives. The ETS scheme will make journeys cleaner and we are working with ferry companies on the grid connections in ports that enable greener vessels.
Assessment
Urgently ask Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Ministers to review this issue
The Ets Scheme Will Make Journeys Cleaner
Session: PMQs
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Following the work of the eating disorders all-party group, I was horrified to hear that 19-year-old Lilly Cliff, who suffers from anorexia, has been placed on an end-of-life care pathway after Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS foundation trust obtained a Court of Protection ruling to withdraw her treatment. The decision directly contradicts guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, and the statement from the Minister for Care in September that eating disorders are not a terminal illness. Will the Prime Minister urgently review that case to ensure Lilly and her family receive the support they need and that Lilly is given every possible chance to recover and live?
Context
Lilly Cliff, a 19-year-old suffering from anorexia, has been placed on an end-of-life care pathway by Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS foundation trust despite National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines stating eating disorders are not terminal illnesses.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
I will look at this specific case and raise it with my team as a matter of urgency to ensure that all relevant guidelines are being followed and to provide the necessary support for Lilly Cliff and her family.
Assessment
Did not explicitly commit to an urgent review
Raising It With My Team
Session: PMQs
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May I say how happy I am to welcome my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster to her place? I know she will continue to be a fantastic champion for the Isle of Wight. Per capita—not the pension people but per head of population—the island tops the league for tech and advanced manufacturing, but despite our brilliant pedigree, under the previous Government, we were continually overlooked for funding and investment. Will my right hon. Friend assure me that she will use her office to secure sustained growth in our postcodes, so that the island can finally receive the recognition, investment and job opportunities that its contribution to our economy deserves?
Context
Despite its pedigree in tech and advanced manufacturing, the Isle of Wight under the previous government was overlooked for funding and investment.
Louise Haigh
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for his kind words and continual championing of the Isle of Wight. I will ensure that fixing his ferry is top of my to-do list. The proposal that he outlines is exactly the kind of work that No. 10 North has been designed to champion to drive good growth in every postcode, north and south.
Session: Topical Questions 2026-09-10
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What steps she is taking to help remove dangerous content from social media platforms. I warmly welcome the Government's plans to ban social media for under-16s. However, when it comes to content promoting eating disorders, the risks do not simply disappear at 16. The eating disorder charity, Beat, recently pushed ChatGPT to stop generating restrictive meal plans altogether, which it did, so it is possible. Other platforms, however, have failed to act, with X still allowing users to search for harmful hashtags, such as #proana and #bonespo—I apologise if that is triggering.
Context
MP Richard Quigley raised concerns about the effectiveness of existing measures to remove dangerous content from social media platforms.
Kanishka Narayan
I first thank my hon. Friend for championing an incredibly important cause. Content promoting eating disorders is horrific, and I have to be clear that not just at the age of 16, but under the Online Safety Act 2023, platforms must already prevent children under the age of 18 from accessing content about eating disorders or self-harm. Indeed, it is now a primary priority content offence, requiring a higher bar still to be discharged by those platforms. I will of course, as ever, be delighted to work with him and the eating disorders APPG on his further proposals.
Session: Social Media Dangerous Content 2026-07-01
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What steps she is taking to help remove dangerous content from social media platforms. I warmly welcome the Government's plans to ban social media for under-16s. However, when it comes to content promoting eating disorders, the risks do not simply disappear at 16. The eating disorder charity, Beat, recently pushed ChatGPT to stop generating restrictive meal plans altogether, which it did, so it is possible. Other platforms, however, have failed to act, with X still allowing users to search for harmful hashtags, such as #proana and #bonespo—I apologise if that is triggering.
Context
MP Richard Quigley raised concerns about the effectiveness of existing measures to remove dangerous content from social media platforms.
Kanishka Narayan
I first thank my hon. Friend for championing an incredibly important cause. Content promoting eating disorders is horrific, and I have to be clear that not just at the age of 16, but under the Online Safety Act 2023, platforms must already prevent children under the age of 18 from accessing content about eating disorders or self-harm. Indeed, it is now a primary priority content offence, requiring a higher bar still to be discharged by those platforms. I will of course, as ever, be delighted to work with him and the eating disorders APPG on his further proposals.
Session: Social Media Dangerous Content 2026-07-01
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While I welcome the steps the Department has already taken to prevent perpetrators of domestic abuse from using the family courts to continue coercive control, will the Minister look to ensure that legal aid is accessible to victims in pathfinder courts, particularly at decision hearings?
Context
The MP is concerned about the accessibility of legal aid for victims of domestic abuse, particularly at decision hearings, as it has become nearly impossible to access it in practice.
Catherine Atkinson
I thank my hon. Friend for again speaking up on behalf of domestic abuse victims. Legal aid is available in child-focused courts for victims of domestic violence or those at risk of abuse, but we are aware that there are challenges affecting timely access.
Session: Family Court Harassment of Domestic Abuse Victims
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What steps his Department is taking to help prevent people convicted of domestic abuse from using family court proceedings to harass their victims?
Context
The MP is concerned about people convicted of domestic abuse misusing the family courts to harass their victims.
Catherine Atkinson
Perpetrators must not be allowed to use the family courts to further their abuse. While the family courts already have a range of tools designed to protect victims, we are going further by rolling out the child-focused courts model nationally.
Session: Family Court Harassment of Domestic Abuse Victims
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On the Isle of Wight, the absence of a SAR Centre means that survivors are often required to make a long ferry journey—sometimes in the clothes they were assaulted in—to receive specialist support. Will the Minister meet me to discuss how we can address this injustice faced by women and girls?
Context
The question pertains to the long ferry journeys required by sexual assault victims on the Isle of Wight to access specialist support in Portsmouth or Southampton.
Alex Davies-Jones
The Government are committed to supporting all victims and survivors, providing core grant funding through the Hampshire police and crime commissioner for support services. Ringfenced funding is also available for domestic and sexual abuse services. The Minister would be delighted to meet my hon. Friend to discuss this issue further.
Session: Sexual Assault Survivors Isle of Wight
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What assessment she has made with Cabinet colleagues of the adequacy of support available to survivors of sexual assault on the Isle of Wight. The absence of a SAR Centre means that survivors are often required to make long ferry journeys to Portsmouth or Southampton for specialist support, sometimes in the clothes they were assaulted in.
Context
The question arises from the absence of a sexual assault referral centre on the Isle of Wight, which forces survivors to travel long distances to receive support.
Alex Davies-Jones
The Government are committed to supporting all victims of sexual assault, providing core grant funding through the Hampshire police and crime commissioner for support services. Ringfenced funding is also available for domestic and sexual abuse services. The Minister would be delighted to meet the hon. Member to discuss how we can address this issue.
Session: Sexual Assault Survivors Isle of Wight
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Does he agree that our island is uniquely well placed to test exciting new policies and initiatives across all Departments to speed up national roll-out, as evidenced in an article this week?
Context
The MP references a Computer Weekly article suggesting that the Isle of Wight is well-suited for testing innovative public service initiatives. This question aims to highlight the island's potential as a pilot site for nationwide reforms.
Darren Jones
I congratulate my hon. Friend on championing his constituency. The previous Conservative Government failed both the Isle of Wight and the country during their 14 years in office. This Administration has launched a 'test, learn and grow' programme to work closely with local partners to test and innovate public services locally. I will arrange for my hon. Friend to engage with the TLG network within my Department.
Session: Cross-departmental Working
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What steps his Department is taking to improve cross-departmental working?
Context
The MP is asking about steps to improve collaboration between government departments. This question arises from the need for more coordinated efforts across various ministries.
Darren Jones
In January, I announced that Government Departments were given more freedom and accountability to act quickly. Project Reset was launched this month to simplify decision-making processes across the Government. Delivery taskforces will soon be introduced to break down departmental silos and accelerate delivery of Prime Minister's priorities.
Session: Cross-departmental Working
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My constituent Ollie Bennett is wanted by Interpol for an alleged crime in Morocco three decades ago. Ollie has always maintained his innocence, and following a debate in this place, his crewmate was granted a full royal pardon for the same charges. Ollie, however, was not. In December, he was arrested and detained in a French police cell. Although he is now safely home, Ollie remains at risk of arrest each and every time he goes abroad. The irony is that the Moroccan authorities have never filed to extradite Ollie, yet a Moroccan-sponsored Interpol red notice for Ollie remains active. Will the Minister commit to meeting me, to ensure that Ollie can access the support that he needs to successfully appeal this red notice and finally end this 30-year-long groundhog day?
Hamish Falconer
My hon. Friend is a committed advocate for his constituents. I would be very happy to meet him. As he will know, it is a matter of long-standing policy and practice that the UK can neither confirm nor deny the existence of an Interpol alert in a public forum, to protect legitimate criminal justice inquiries, but I would be delighted to meet him.
Session: Interpol Red Notices
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What discussions she has had with international counterparts on the adequacy of safeguards governing Interpol red notices issued in respect of British citizens?
Context
The question arises from concerns about the adequacy of safeguards governing Interpol red notices issued in respect of British citizens, potentially affecting their rights and international travel.
Hamish Falconer
The UK is a strong advocate for Interpol, recognising its critical function in supporting international law enforcement co-operation. We support its ongoing reform programme to ensure there is no space for states to wilfully misuse its systems. The UK is represented at Interpol meetings where the adequacy of its systems are discussed and where we work with like-minded partners to enhance safeguards against abuse.
Session: Interpol Red Notices
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I know that the Department is working hard with the Department for Transport to decarbonise shipping, but the current system works against businesses. One of our ferry companies is having to pay £12 million up front for a shoreside connection and then wait for up to seven years. Will the Minister commit to reviewing this system to speed up electric shipping for places such as the Isle of Wight?
Context
The ferry company in the Isle of Wight is facing £12 million upfront costs for a shoreside connection and awaits up to seven years for it. The current system affects businesses negatively.
Chris McDonald
I am extremely grateful to my hon. Friend for engaging with me on this topic in advance of the recent changes to the emissions trading scheme to include maritime emissions. It is incredibly important that domestic maritime emissions are included, so as to incentivise the investment required to decarbonise. I know of the issue affecting two vessels in the Isle of Wight and invite the questioner to visit the Isle of Wight to meet businesses concerned.
Session: Businesses Cost of Energy
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Wight Shipyard and Diverse Marine do fantastic work and welcome the launch of the new dedicated unit to help small defence companies access Ministry of Defence contracts. However, given the recent news that a £200 million contract has been awarded to the Dutch firm Damen, what assurances can the Minister offer to companies such as Wight Shipyard and Diverse Marine that they will have a fair and credible route into competing for these major programmes?
Context
The recent news that a £200 million contract has been awarded to the Dutch firm Damen, raising concerns among local companies in Mr Quigley's constituency.
The Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry (Luke Pollard)
Serco has indeed awarded a contract to Damen as part of its provision of tugs for the UK military. We have set out clearly our intention that more of our rising defence Budget should be spent with British companies, supporting the construction of more naval assets in British shipyards. We will continue to do that, not just through supporting the Type 26s and Type 31s being built in Scottish shipyards but, as we move to a hybrid Navy, through more platforms being built in shipyards right across the United Kingdom.
Session: Naval Shipbuilding
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Mr Quigley thanked the Minister for his response. He noted that many cancer patients receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit were alarmed by proposals put forward last summer suggesting they might be required to complete a work capability assessment before accessing those benefits while undergoing active cancer treatment. Mr Quigley asked what assurances can the Department give that people in the midst of cancer treatment will not face these assessments at such a vulnerable time.
Context
The MP is concerned about proposals that could affect cancer patients receiving PIP and universal credit by requiring them to complete work capability assessments during active cancer treatment.
The Minister for Social Security and Disability (Sir Stephen Timms)
My hon. Friend raises a good point regarding concerns about work capability assessments during cancer treatment. The Department has measures in place to treat people claiming universal credit as having limited capability for work and work-related activity if they are being treated for cancer, likely to be treated within six months, or recovering from treatment. This ensures that individuals undergoing active cancer treatment will not be burdened with these assessments at such a challenging time.
Session: PIP Review Cancer Patients
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I thank the Minister for his response. However, the UK’s Joint Committee on Human Rights has warned that without stronger action, we risk falling behind the EU and the US, and even becoming a dumping ground for goods produced with forced labour. Will the Government commit to introducing legislation that sends a clear and unequivocal message that the UK stands firmly against Uyghur forced labour, and will not allow such products into our market?
Context
The Joint Committee on Human Rights warned that the UK risks falling behind the EU and US in addressing forced labour, particularly concerning products from Xinjiang.
Chris Elmore
We are clear that no company in the UK should have forced labour in its supply chain. We are committed to promoting and protecting human rights, including in Xinjiang, and we continue to work with international partners to hold China to account for its human rights violations. The Government’s review of responsible business conduct is considering a range of policy options to tackle forced labour.
Session: Tackling Forced Labour Practices
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As an MP who represents an island that has a significant veteran community, with one in 10 homes in Isle of Wight West home to a veteran, I know how crucial and effective community relations funding is. Will the Minister commit to working with Cabinet colleagues to explore adapting successful Northern Ireland-GB initiatives such as the excellent connect funding, so that similar tailored support can be delivered on the Isle of Wight to ensure that our veterans receive the recognition and assistance that they deserve?
Context
The MP noted the significant veteran community on the Isle of Wight, with one in 10 homes home to a veteran. He referenced the government's investment in the connect fund aimed at strengthening collaboration.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Matthew Patrick)
I am happy to speak to colleagues about the success of the connect fund and how it works. My hon. Friend should know that applications are open to anyone across the United Kingdom, provided that they are working with a group in Northern Ireland. I would be delighted to see applications from his constituents if they wish to do that.
Session: Community Groups Northern Ireland and Great Britain
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As Members all know by now, the Isle of Wight is a great place to live, work and learn, but it is not just getting ourselves across the Solent that is a problem, but exporting our green energy under it. Of the three subsea cables connecting us to the grid, two are at capacity and the third is dedicated to a power station that only runs for a few hours a month. I am grateful to Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks for its engagement so far, but will the Minister meet me, SSEN and the Isle of Wight council so that we can find a way to export our energy and unlock the Isle of Wight’s green future?
Context
The Isle of Wight is facing issues with exporting its green energy due to capacity constraints in subsea cables.
The Minister for Energy (Michael Shanks)
This is partly why the upgrade of our grid is so important. My hon. Friend references the particular example of the Isle of Wight, but right across the country we need to build much more transmission infrastructure so that we can get power to communities and businesses that need it most and bring down bills by getting clean power to people. I am happy to speak to him further about the specific case, and I know he is already engaging with the distribution network operator responsible for this case to make things happen.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Government’s pride in place programme presents a welcome opportunity for communities across the country to once again feel proud of where they live, especially after years of austerity and neglect under successive Conservative Governments. However, the Isle of Wight received none of that funding, which feels like an oversight, given the challenges our island faces, not least with cross-Solent transport. Will the Chancellor assure me that she is doing everything possible to ensure that islanders are not left behind and that they, too, can benefit from this programme and feel pride in our island once again?
Context
The Government's pride in place programme aims to help communities feel proud of their areas. The Isle of Wight did not receive any of this funding, despite facing challenges.
James Murray
The pride in place funding is going towards 250 communities across the country to ensure that local people are in control of investing in their local areas. I note my hon. Friend’s comments about the community that he represents. Of course, the Government’s wider agenda about driving growth, increasing people’s wages and ensuring that people are better off is central to improving the lives of his constituents and those right across the UK.
Session: Topical Questions
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I welcome the changes in the GP booking system, but in many cases it is still very difficult to obtain a GP appointment on the Isle of Wight. A large factor in that is the difficulty of recruiting GPs to the island. Will the Minister assure me that he will investigate all options for improving GP recruitment to coastal, rural and island communities, like mine?
Context
Difficulty in recruiting GPs to the Isle of Wight is contributing to challenges in obtaining GP appointments. This highlights regional inequalities in access to healthcare services.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care (Stephen Kinnock)
Through a £160 million investment in the additional roles reimbursement scheme, we have recruited more than 2,000 new GPs nationwide, but we recognise the inequities in funding that can exacerbate regional inequalities in access to services. I have launched a review of the GP funding formula to ensure that funding follows the needs of the population. The National Institute for Health and Care Research has begun a review of the Carr-Hill funding formula, which will conclude in six months’ time.
Session: Topical Questions
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Mr Quigley noted the importance of growing wind energy manufacturing capacity and developing next-generation products in the UK to create jobs and maintain sovereign ownership of blade technology. He asked for assurance that the Government is providing funding to support these efforts.
Context
The UK is committed to expanding its renewable energy capacity, and this requires significant investment in innovation. The Isle of Wight constituency has expertise in wind blade technology.
The Minister for Energy (Michael Shanks)
Mr Shanks acknowledged Vestas's importance in the UK’s wind supply chain and noted that the Isle of Wight is a centre for wind blade manufacturing and research. He assured Mr Quigley that the Government was working with partners across departments on proposals, including an agreement between Vestas and the Government to support factory repurposing for making onshore wind blades, which would save 300 jobs.
Session: Onshore Wind Turbines
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Thank you, Mr Speaker. I am so delighted to have two questions on health this week that I am not even going to mention ferries! As my hon. Friend will know, the process for securing an education, health and care plan is complex and can lead to delays in accessing vital support. That can have a serious impact on the health and wellbeing of young people and children. What steps is the Minister taking to improve the health element of EHCPs for families navigating the process, including those in my constituency?
Context
The question addresses the complexity and delays in securing an education, health and care plan, which can have a significant impact on children's health and well-being.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
We have inherited a system that is utterly failing to meet the needs of children with special educational needs. This Government are reforming the SEND system, ensuring that there is joined-up support across education and healthcare. We are also supporting inclusive environments and earlier intervention for children through the early language support for every child programme, or ELSEC, and the partnership for inclusion of neurodiversity in schools programme, or PINS.
Session: Topical Questions
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What recent estimate his Department has made of the proportion of mental health research funding allocated to eating disorders? Eating disorders cost the UK an estimated £9 billion each year, yet receive only 1% of mental health research funding. This is despite affecting around 9% of people with mental health conditions and leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment. Will the Minister agree to meet me and Beat to discuss how the Government can ensure eating disorder research receives the attention and investment it urgently needs?
Context
Eating disorders cost the UK an estimated £9 billion each year and affect around 9% of people with mental health conditions. The current allocation for eating disorder research is just 1% of all mental health research funding, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment.
The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)
I know that this subject is close to my hon. Friend’s heart, and I pay tribute to him for his work on it. We recognise the devastating impact that an eating disorder can have, and the earlier the treatment is provided, the greater the chance of recovery. The Department continues to work closely with NHS England, which is now refreshing guidance on children and young people’s eating disorders. I commend the work of Beat, and I would be happy to discuss this further with my hon. Friend.
Session: Mental Health Research Funding Eating Disorders
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While it could be said that the Conservative party could fit into a children’s paddling pool, we in Isle of Wight West take swimming—as well as our issue with ferries—very seriously. [Laughter.] I thought hon. Members would like that one. West Wight sports and community centre is an excellent community-run facility that needs to replace its swimming pool after 50 years. Will the Minister meet me to discuss how it might access grants to do so?
Context
The West Wight sports and community centre has a swimming pool that needs to be replaced after 50 years. The facility is excellent but requires funding to replace the outdated pool.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport (Stephanie Peacock)
My hon. Friend is a good champion for his constituency. The Government recognise that sports facilities, including swimming facilities, are incredibly important, and I would be delighted to meet him to discuss it further.
Session: Topical Questions
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I thank the Minister for his response. I have seen at first hand his commitment to supporting Britain’s entrepreneurial spirit, but I worry that on the Isle of Wight unreliable cross-Solent transport is holding back entrepreneurs. Local businesses do not lack ambition; they lack a dependable link to their supply chains. Some are even considering leaving the island. Will the Minister meet me to discuss a long-term solution to cross-Solent travel that supports, rather than punishes, island businesses?
Context
The question addresses concerns about unreliable cross-Solent transport affecting businesses on the Isle of Wight, specifically mentioning that some local businesses are considering leaving the island due to lack of a dependable supply chain link.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Gareth Thomas)
I welcome my hon. Friend’s commitment to championing entrepreneurs on the Isle of Wight. We know that there is huge untapped potential in the entrepreneurial talent across the UK, and we are determined to do even more to unlock it, including on the Isle of Wight. As he will know, the Department for Transport, which leads on cross-Solent travel, has been clear that ferry services to and from the Isle of Wight are vital for islanders and for business. I know he has already had some contact with ministerial colleagues at the Department for Transport to discuss these issues, but if he thinks I can be helpful, I will be happy to meet him.
Session: Support for Entrepreneurs
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I pay tribute to my 17-year-old constituent, Arlo Lambie, who tragically died on 13 April following the diagnosis of a grade 4 brain tumour. While Arlo’s parents, Ellie and Alex, wish to put on record their thanks for the “incredible and compassionate care” Arlo received at St Mary’s hospital on the Isle of Wight, they want to know what steps the Secretary of State is taking to improve NHS access to breakthrough treatments to ensure that commercial interests of pharmaceutical companies do not take precedence.
Context
The MP paid tribute to his constituent, Arlo Lambie, a teenager who died after being diagnosed with a grade 4 brain tumour.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health and Social Care (Ashley Dalton)
I add my heartfelt condolences to Arlo’s family. In September, we launched a new series of funding opportunities designed to improve brain cancer research for both adults and children. We are committed to furthering our investment and support for high-quality brain tumour research, ensuring that funding is used in the most meaningful and impactful way.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Isle of Wight does not just have a problem with its ferries; we also have a huge problem with dentistry. We are a true dental desert. However, the size of our community means that we are an ideal place to try new approaches to dentistry, especially for children. Will the Minister meet me to discuss those approaches and improve dentistry on the island?
Context
The Isle of Wight faces significant challenges in dental care, with a population of 2 million lacking access to proper dental services.
Stephen Kinnock
My hon. Friend is absolutely right to describe the Isle of Wight as a dental desert. That is perhaps one of the reasons why the good people of that island elected a Labour Member for the first time in history. Our ambition is to make sure that everyone who needs a dentist can get one. Sadly, 28% of adults in England—13 million people—have an unmet need for NHS dentistry. I would be glad to meet my hon. Friend to learn more about how the experience of the Isle of Wight can improve services nationally.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will the Minister look at reducing the taper and increasing applicable amounts for those in supported or temporary accommodation?
Context
Young people in supported housing face a marginal rate of tax of 55% on their universal credit when they start work, meaning that earnings of £133 per week see housing benefit tapered to nil.
Stephen Timms
My hon. Friend raises a very important point about the interaction between UC taper rates and HB taper for those in supported or temporary accommodation, causing work disincentives.
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Coastal Communities: Isolation and Hidden Deprivation
14 July 2026
Responding: Nesil Caliskan
Main Concerns
["Richard Quigley is concerned about the isolation and hidden deprivation in coastal communities, particularly on the Isle of Wight. He highlights challenges such as high ferry costs, rural classification leading to difficulties in service delivery, high levels of educational deprivation, higher average age population, and child poverty rates above national average. Quigley cites a 2024 report from the London School of Economics arguing that indifference contributes significantly to persistent challenges faced by seaside communities, and mentions a 'coastal excess' of disease as identified in a 2021 report. He raises issues regarding funding formulas which overlook additional costs for island life, leading to a £13 million annual shortfall for Isle of Wight council. Britain's coastal communities are among the most beautiful parts of our country, but behind this image lies a reality of isolation, hidden deprivation and lack of opportunity. Coastal areas have higher levels of deprivation than inland areas, lower rates of educational attainment, higher rates of disability and an older population. Businesses in these areas face higher costs, greater uncertainty, poor transport links and economic challenges. The House of Lords Select Committee on Regenerating Seaside Towns and Communities called for a dedicated coastal communities strategy back in 2019."]
Specific Asks
["Quigley asks the government to address the hidden deprivation and isolation faced by coastal communities, particularly the Isle of Wight, by ensuring fairer funding formulas that account for additional costs of living on an island. He requests recognition of the 'island premium', estimated at £380 per resident annually. The Government should develop a genuine coastal communities strategy that addresses the needs of these areas, including improved transport and digital connectivity to overcome geographical isolation. The right to guaranteed hours can compel businesses to offer those hours even during periods of poor weather, which is detrimental to seasonal work. Funding must recognise the pressures faced by ageing populations and vulnerable residents."]
Women and Girls: Isle of Wight
02 December 2025
Responding: Seema Malhotra
Main Concerns
["Currently two men represent the Isle of Wight in Parliament, with low female representation on both the local council and in business leadership. The island's poor ferry services exacerbate existing inequality for women and girls, making it harder to access healthcare and escape domestic abuse. St Mary’s hospital lacks a dedicated sexual assault referral centre, forcing survivors to travel to Portsmouth for medical examinations."]
Specific Asks
['The Government needs to improve facilities and support for women on the Isle of Wight, including better maternity care, abortion services, and protection against domestic violence.']
Moles: Histological Testing
30 October 2025
Responding: Ashley Dalton
Main Concerns
["Zoe Panayi's tragic death from melanoma at age 26 after her concerns about a mole were dismissed by healthcare providers highlights the need for mandatory histological testing of excised moles. Her case underscores that existing practices are inadequate, and many patients face significant delays in diagnosis and treatment."]
Specific Asks
['The safeguard being proposed is simple: all healthcare providers must test lesions they remove to prevent tragedies like Zoe’s from occurring. This extra check—a “Zoe check”—would be cheap (lab fees around £100) and could significantly improve early detection, potentially saving lives and reducing the overall cost of cancer treatment.']
Eating Disorders: Prevention of Deaths
02 September 2025
Responding: Stephen Kinnock
Main Concerns
['The debate highlights the high mortality rate of eating disorders, with 36 deaths recorded in 2019 by ONS data and a US study suggesting the true figure could be closer to 1,860 deaths. Under-reporting and misclassification issues make it hard to quantify the real impact on children and young people’s mental health.']
Specific Asks
['Calls for a confidential inquiry into eating disorder deaths due to systemic failures in care and lack of specialist knowledge among healthcare professionals.']
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General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Recognises the importance of banking facilities to local communities, expresses concern over the decline in physical branches over the past four decades. Emphasises the role of face-to-face banking fo...
Youth Services 2025-05-15
15 May 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Government's mission to break down barriers to opportunity is undermined by the systematic dismantling of youth services, leading to significant challenges for young people. Since the 2010 spendin...
Attendance
84.7%
83 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
28
28.6% of votes
No Votes
55
56.1% of votes
Abstentions
15
15.3% of votes
11 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Closure motion
Ayes: 293
Noes: 218
Passed
11 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 270
Noes: 286
Failed
10 Sep 2026
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
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
VOTED AYE
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
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
Noes: 311
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
Ayes: 104
Noes: 391
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
Ayes: 74
Noes: 323
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
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
VOTED NO
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
Noes: 317
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 8
Ayes: 143
Noes: 249
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 13
Ayes: 135
Noes: 258
Failed
17 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
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
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
2
PMQs Asked
27
Ministerial Questions Asked
22
House of Commons Debates Involved
4
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
-45% below average
This MP:
2
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+102% above average
This MP:
27
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+59% above average
This MP:
4
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+351% above average
This MP:
22
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 (%)
+22% above average
This MP:
84.7
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 Richard Quigley's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.