Robbie Moore
MP for Keighley and Ilkley
Con
12 Dec 2019 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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In 2014, a man in my constituency was ambushed and brutally beaten with a pickaxe handle. The judge called it a 'brutal attack'. Many constituents are concerned that the perpetrator, Councillor Mohsin Hussain, is still a sitting Labour councillor and recently celebrated an election with convicted drug dealers. Will you ensure he cannot stand in local elections this May?
Context
A constituent was violently attacked in 2014, leading to the conviction of a local Labour councillor named Mohsin Hussain. Recent incidents have raised concerns about his conduct.
Keir Starmer
I will look into it straightaway and give him a full answer.
Session: PMQs
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Residents of Keighley and Ilkley want to leave Bradford Council due to its failures in delivering good services for constituents. Will the Prime Minister meet me to discuss my case for creating a new unitary authority that better represents Keighley and Ilkley?
Context
Bradford Council has failed in various aspects including children's services, investment, and child sexual exploitation reviews. Residents are seeking representation through their own unitary authority.
Rishi Sunak
I will certainly arrange for the relevant Minister to discuss your concerns further. The hon. Member introduced a private Member's Bill earlier this year on this issue.
Assessment
Did not commit to arranging a specific meeting with Ministers.
Hedging Language
Session: PMQs
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I want to see a full Rotherham-style review of child exploitation across my area, but Bradford Council's leader and our West Yorkshire Mayor both refuse to back one. Will the Prime Minister work with me to ensure that our local leaders do the morally right thing and instigate a full Rotherham-style inquiry across the Bradford district?
Context
The MP wants a full Rotherham-style review of child exploitation in Keighley but Bradford Council's leader and the West Yorkshire Mayor refuse to back one.
Rishi Sunak
May I thank my hon. Friend for campaigning on this? As I have said before, we should not let political correctness stand in the way of keeping vulnerable girls safe or of holding people to account.
Assessment
No commitment was made to instigate a review
Session: PMQs
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Airedale General Hospital recently submitted its bid to be one of the Government's new hospitals. This is because the Airedale has an extremely high structural risk profile, with 83% of the building being constructed from aerated concrete. Several wards are closed due to structural risk. The hospital is now over 20 years beyond its original life expectancy. So can the Prime Minister personally assure me that we will be able to deliver a new Airedale hospital that is fit for the future?
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The MP noted that Airedale General Hospital has submitted a bid for new hospital funding due to structural risks and age.
Boris Johnson
There is a lot of pressure on me to dish out yet another hospital from this Dispatch Box. But I can tell my hon. Friend that we are reviewing all applications for the next eight hospitals in our new hospital programme, which is the biggest in a generation. That is only possible because we have a strong economy. My hon. Friend is a doughty campaigner for his constituents. We will make a final decision later this year.
Assessment
The response did not provide personal assurance and instead referred to the hospital programme in general.
Session: PMQs
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My thoughts and I am sure the thoughts of the whole House are with those who loved Star Hobson, who was brutally murdered in Keighley by a monster while Star's evil mother allowed it to happen. The court heard that numerous referrals were made to Bradford Council children's services months in advance of Star's murder, but they were not taken seriously—in fact, the case was closed. The Prime Minister will be aware that this is the latest in a long list of failings at Bradford Council children's services, where political correctness appears to have been put before the welfare of children. I have no confidence in Bradford Council's leadership to deliver children's services. Since the death of Star, I am pleased that the Government have sent in a commissioner—
Context
Star Hobson's tragic death highlights the systemic failings within Bradford Council children's services, which raises concerns over the council's ability to deliver these critical services effectively.
Boris Johnson
I am grateful for your direction, Mr Speaker. I just want to say that I think the whole House will once again be filled with incredulity at the cruelty of people who could perpetrate a child killing such as this, but also sadness and bewilderment that it could not have been prevented. As my hon. Friend knows, we will appoint a commissioner to assess the capability and capacity of the relevant council, Bradford, to improve on its handling, and they will report in January. That will also feed in to the report we have commissioned on the death of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes. I say to those who are responsible in the authorities concerned that we will not hesitate to remove service control if that is what is necessary to drive the improvements we need to see.
Session: PMQs
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The Prime Minister knows the hospital's application and that it requires urgent consideration due to its age and condition. How can the PM ensure Airedale General Hospital gets one of the 48 new hospitals being built by this government?
Context
Airedale General Hospital, predominantly made of aerated concrete with structural issues, has submitted a bid for a new carbon-neutral building. The hospital is in desperate need of a rebuild.
Boris Johnson
The Prime Minister assures that applications, including Airedale General Hospital's, are receiving urgent consideration. There have been 120 applications under the biggest hospital building programme in a generation.
Assessment
Did not provide specific details on prioritisation or timeline.
Session: PMQs
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Can you update me on what progress has been made to deliver on our manifesto commitment to ensure that West Yorkshire police have the resources and personnel they need to tackle drug dealers?
Context
The community of Keighley is suffering from drug gangs operating openly on the streets.
The Prime Minister (Boris Johnson)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right to point out the evil that is done by drug gangs around the whole country. County lines operations have spread across our country, and we must roll them up. That is why we are tackling them directly with every technological resource at our disposal, and that is why we are making sure that we invest in another 20,000 police officers going to Keighley and across the country as well.
Session: PMQs
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The funding is secured and we have brownfield sites ready, but no planning application has been submitted yet by mid-2026 despite slow progress. Will he meet me to unlock this project?
Context
In 2023, the government signed off £3.4 million for a new health and wellbeing hub in Keighley to improve community care.
James Murray
We need to ensure that neighbourhood health provision is delivered as quickly as possible across the country, focusing on areas with below-average healthy life expectancy. Part of this involves shifting from hospital to community care to prevent ill health before it occurs.
Session: Care in the Community
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What steps is he taking to increase access to care in the community? This Government's focus on shifting from hospital to community will benefit millions of people and increase access to care. We need specific measures and timelines for this shift, including new community diagnostic centres and neighbourhood health centres.
Context
The government's focus on shifting healthcare from hospitals to the community.
James Murray
This Government's focus on shifting from hospital to community will benefit millions of people. The shift is underpinned by 109 community diagnostic centres that now deliver faster, more accessible care, operating 12 hours a day, seven days a week. By 2030, we aim to open 120 new neighbourhood health centres to transform access for those who need it most.
Session: Care in the Community
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Last week, I met Alice Jones, the headteacher of Oxenhope primary school, to talk about the funding challenges it is facing in supporting children with SEND and her deep concerns about this Government’s planned SEND reforms, which include shifting ECHPs to individual support plans, therefore limiting protection for ECHPs to only the most complex cases. That will reduce the necessary financial support for children in mainstream schools. What reassurance can the Minister give Mrs Jones, and the many other headteachers in my constituency who have contacted me, who believe that the Government’s SEND reforms will not address the current challenges?
Bridget Phillipson
I recognise the serious point that the hon. Gentleman sets out, and we have launched a consultation so that we can hear directly from school leaders, parents and young people about what we need to do to make the system work better. I encourage school leaders in his constituency to review that and to share their views. However, I want to be clear that this is about improving support, providing earlier support and making sure that all children are able to access what they need as quickly as possible. The current system is too adversarial, it is not working and I have heard from too many parents who have been badly let down by the system that he and his party left behind.
Session: Special Educational Needs Support
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What steps are the Government taking to support children with SEND at school?
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The question addresses the ongoing issues faced by families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who often struggle to access appropriate support within the current system.
Bridget Phillipson
We all know that the current SEND system fails too many families. Our proposals will deliver a reformed SEND system backed by £4 billion of investment so that every child can achieve and thrive. A three-tier framework will provide targeted and specialist support, strengthened education, health and care plans, early intervention, access to specialist services and better outcomes for all of our children.
Session: Special Educational Needs Support
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Colin Appleyard Motorcycles in Keighley was recently the victim of a ram raid. Seven individuals stole nine off-road bikes worth approximately £80,000. Will the Minister tell me what the Government are doing to work with local police forces such as West Yorkshire police to identify and shut down these Mafia-style criminal gangs causing significant harm for businesses in Keighley?
Context
Retail businesses in Keighley, such as Colin Appleyard Motorcycles, have faced severe losses due to ram raids involving significant thefts.
Sarah Jones
The Government are focused on fighting crime, and 100 additional officers will be deployed by West Yorkshire Police by the end of March. The £5 million investment in a specialist intelligence-led policing unit will help identify and tackle serious organised criminals involved in retail crimes.
Session: Shop Theft
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Colin Appleyard Motorcycles in Keighley was recently the victim of a ram raid. Seven individuals stole nine off-road bikes worth approximately £80,000. Will the Minister tell me what the Government are doing to work with local police forces such as West Yorkshire police to identify and shut down these Mafia-style criminal gangs causing significant harm for businesses in Keighley?
Context
Retail businesses in Keighley, such as Colin Appleyard Motorcycles, have faced severe losses due to ram raids involving significant thefts.
Sarah Jones
The Government are focused on fighting crime, and 100 additional officers will be deployed by West Yorkshire Police by the end of March. The £5 million investment in a specialist intelligence-led policing unit will help identify and tackle serious organised criminals involved in retail crimes.
Session: Shop Theft
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Given that the Government is rolling out the new SFI scheme this summer with lower payment rates and an exclusion for some farmers, how will they ensure effective delivery? What response do you have for farmers who say it creates more cost, risk, and less reward?
Context
The roll-out of the new SFI scheme faces criticism due to lower payment rates, a £100,000 cap, and exclusion of upland farmers. This has led to significant concerns among farmers regarding costs, risks, and rewards.
Emma Reynolds
The SFI is being simplified to make it easier and less costly to administer. We have a record number of farmers in our schemes compared to previous Governments who failed to get funding out quickly.
Session: Sustainable Farming Incentive
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May I thank the Solicitor General for our meeting in January to discuss improving the ULS scheme? As I have said before, it cannot be right that grieving families have just 28 days to appeal the sentences of their abusers, while the abusers themselves can extend the deadline. There are common-sense approaches that we can take right now, including extending the 28-day deadline, creating a statutory duty for victims and expanding its scope.
Context
The MP met with the Solicitor General to discuss common-sense approaches to improve the ULS scheme, including extending the 28-day deadline and creating a statutory duty for victims.
Ellie Reeves
I welcomed the opportunity to meet with the hon. Gentleman recently to discuss these issues in more detail. May I take this opportunity to pay tribute to Tracey Hanson, who has been a tireless campaigner for victims of serious crime, particularly in relation to unduly lenient sentences, following the tragic loss of her son Josh? Organisations such as the Josh Hanson Trust do vital work in this area.
Session: Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme
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Farming cashflows are under pressure, and farming businesses need clarity, certainty and clear policy direction from this Government now more than ever. However, with partial U-turns, continuous consultations, new taskforces, road maps, frameworks, reviews and now—finally—an announcement that the renewed sustainable farming incentive will be launched, but not until summer, farming businesses are really struggling to financially plan ahead. In all this confused policy direction, has the Minister decided the budget allocation for the new SFI scheme? How much will be available per farm? What will the assessment criteria be? Given that she wants to open up the scheme first to smallholdings, has she yet defined the definition of a small farm?
Context
Farming businesses are under financial pressure due to unclear policy direction from the government.
The Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs (Dame Angela Eagle)
We have been quite clear that the new SFI should be simpler. We do not want it to be distributed in the way that it has been in the past; under the Conservatives, 25% of that scheme went to 4% of farms. That is why we have decided to open up the scheme first and foremost to small farms. We are in negotiations about the definition. All this will be set out in great detail, and there is transparency and simplicity ahead. We will not fall into the traps of creating schemes so complex that they cannot be properly administered by the Rural Payments Agency—that was the legacy that we received from the Conservatives.
Session: Farming Sector Productivity
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Will the Foreign Secretary intervene personally in this case and meet with me to be able to secure a welfare visit?
Context
A British citizen child has been detained by the French state for 440 days with no schooling or welfare visits.
Stephen Doughty
I am happy to meet with the hon. Gentleman to discuss the case.
Session: Topical Questions
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Here we are at the 11th hour on the very last day before Parliament rises for Christmas and the Secretary of State has left it until now to publish Baroness Batters’ profitability review —48 days since it was handed to her. She has tactically left it buried in her Department until well after the Budget and purposely until after the crucial Finance Bill vote earlier this week, in which 333 Labour MPs backed the implementation of the family farm tax—all in the knowledge that whatever the recommendations in the profitability review, the Government’s financial assault on our farmers was locked in. What message does that say to our hard-working farmers?
Context
Publication of Baroness Batters’ farming profitability review delayed until the last day before Parliament rising for Christmas, 48 days after it was handed to the Secretary of State.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Emma Reynolds)
I am proud that this Government commissioned Baroness Batters to do the review into farm profitability, which is a lot more than the Conservatives managed to do in 14 long years. We will be taking forward a number of her recommendations but we will reply in full in the new year.
Session: Farming Profitability
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Happy Christmas to you and your team, Mr Speaker. Earlier this year, I was successful in my campaign to increase the ridiculously short sentences handed down to three vile grooming gang members in my constituency. However, I spoke to at least one victim in my constituency who has told me that she did not know that the sentences of her abusers could be referred as unduly lenient. As the VAWG strategy is released today, will the Solicitor General meet me to discuss introducing a new statutory duty on authorities, mandating that victims of crimes must be informed about the unduly lenient sentence scheme?
Context
Following a successful campaign to increase sentences for grooming gang members, Robbie Moore received feedback from victims who were unaware of the unduly lenient sentence referral scheme.
The Solicitor General
This year I expect to have received in the region of 900 referrals to look at sentences under the unduly lenient sentence scheme. It is an important part of our criminal justice system that some cases can be referred for a review. I would be happy to meet the hon. Gentleman to discuss the issue further.
Session: Violence Against Women and Girls
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Our peatlands are a vital store of carbon, storing 26 times more carbon than UK forests. Would you agree that green energy projects built on peatland must prove they mitigate more carbon than they release through construction and disturbance? Will you commit to refusing any nationally significant infrastructure project failing this test?
Context
Peatlands are a critical carbon store, storing more carbon than UK forests. Robbie Moore is concerned about the impact of green energy projects on these important habitats.
Martin McCluskey
While I cannot comment on specific planning decisions, the planning regime considers the importance of peat for biodiversity, water and carbon storage in decisions about renewable infrastructure. Existing protections for peatland habitats and deep peat are included in the national planning policy framework.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Secretary of State will know that farmers play a key role in enhancing nature and access to it, but that farmers can do so only when it is financially viable and their businesses have certainty from the Government. Yet with the sustainable farming incentive chopped, de-linked payments slashed, capital grants cut, the family farm tax looming and a profitability review completed but deliberately held back from the public until well after the Budget, this Government have created a food and farming emergency, and when our farmers suffer, so does nature. What real, tangible reassurance can the Secretary of State give our farmers right now so that they can stay afloat, produce food, and deliver for nature and the environment?
Context
The MP highlighted the financial challenges faced by farmers due to changes such as de-linked payments, capital grants cuts, and uncertainty from the government.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Emma Reynolds)
I am delighted to be at these questions for the first time, but I must say that the Conservatives have some brass neck. Under their Government, they could not even be bothered to spend the farming budget. We have got more Government money into the hands of farmers than ever before, and a record number of farmers are involved in environmental land management schemes. We have a proud record of supporting our farmers; the Conservatives sold them down the river on trade deals.
Session: Access to Nature
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Do the Government recognise that they are stifling growth, and if so, what are they doing about it?
Context
The owners of Bababing in Keighley constituency have opened new premises but face challenges due to recent government decisions.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Gareth Thomas)
I welcome the establishment of Bababing in the hon. Member’s constituency. I recognise that difficult decisions had to be taken in the Budget. I am sure he has pointed out to the owners of Bababing that those difficult decisions were taken as a direct result of the £22 billion black hole that his party left us to tackle. Our small business strategy will set out a range of measures we are taking to support businesses, which I hope will help Bababing and other businesses in his constituency.
Session: Independent Retailers
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To make matters worse, Ministers have spent the past week trying to sell cuts of more than £100 million a year in real terms as a historic deal for farmers. If the Secretary of State has secured such a historic deal for his Department, where does DEFRA rank compared with others in terms of cuts in the spending review?
Context
DEFRA is facing significant budget cuts, leading to concerns about farmer support.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Steve Reed)
First, I remind the hon. Gentleman that I attended the Royal Cornwall Show with him just a few days ago. I am surprised he has forgotten that, because we sat together in the same tent and enjoyed a very pleasant lunch.
Session: Topical Questions
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Across my constituency, local people are hugely frustrated at Labour-run Bradford council inundating our communities with hundreds of new houses, while not investing in local services and roads. Despite protests and valid concerns, the council has steamrollered through developments at every stage. Yet when vast numbers of local people in Silsden supported the development of a new farm shop on the periphery of the town—exactly the kind of new service that would promote local growth and deliver the new sustainable housing we need—Bradford council blocked the proposal. How will the Minister ensure that local councils listen to local people and are not dictating development plans to them?
Context
In Keighley and Ilkley, local residents are frustrated with the Labour-run Bradford council for approving hundreds of new houses while not investing in local services and infrastructure. In contrast, a proposal for a new farm shop supported by many locals was blocked.
The Minister for Housing and Planning (Matthew Pennycook)
I appreciate that the hon. Gentleman needed to make a political point to get his clip, but I am glad that we have Labour councils across the country that back development. Of course residents should have their say, but it is the role and responsibility of local authorities to make decisions about material considerations in planning applications, and I have no reason to think that the local authority in question has done anything other than that.
Session: Local Development Public Consultation
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Back in November, the farming Minister unbelievably said from the Government Dispatch Box that it was striking how many people were coming up to him at farming events and saying, “You’re right to be making these changes to APR and BPR.” Conservative Members have been out and about all over the country; indeed, I was in Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Shropshire yesterday, and I have not found one farmer who thinks that he is right. In fact, the level of anger and sheer disbelief among our farming community is immense as this Government’s attack on our farming cash flows continues through the dramatic reduction in delinked payments, the sudden stop of the sustainable farming incentive and the rise in employer’s national insurance contributions—I could go on. Business confidence is at an all-time low, so can the Minister provide the name of just one farmer he has spoken to who thinks he and his Government are right to be pursuing these changes?
Context
Conservative Members have been out and about all over the country speaking with farmers, and they are finding that farmers do not support these changes. Robbie Moore wants to know if the Minister can provide a name of just one farmer who supports these changes.
The Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs (Daniel Zeichner)
I suggest that the shadow Minister goes out and speaks to a few more people, because I was stopped in a local village just this weekend and encouraged —[Interruption.] I am not going to name names, but he should check with some of his Conservative candidates in elections. They said, “Keep on going, you are doing the right thing.” The situation is not as the shadow Minister describes. He might do well to look at the figures for projected farm business incomes for this year, which show that in many sectors, those business incomes are doing rather well. That probably explains why people are not as exercised about it as him.
Session: Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs
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Whether it be the increase in minimum wage, employer national insurance, business rates or changes to Employment Rights Bill, all these measures are negatively penalising many businesses across Keighley and Ilkley. As a result, redundancies are having to be made or prices increased. Did Government undertake any economic impact assessment of what all these measures collectively would have on hard-working businesses?
Context
The MP is concerned about the collective economic impact of recent policies on local businesses in his constituency.
The Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Jonathan Reynolds)
As I have said to Conservative Members before, of course we are very sensitive to the aggregate impact of Government policy because frankly having observed the Conservative Governments of the previous 14 years I thought they completely missed this point and at many times had different Departments doing completely opposing things.
Session: Minimum and Living Wages
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After the conviction of eight men for a string of horrendous child rapes in my constituency, I would like to be able to inform the Secretary of State that all those men were now serving their just punishment. However, two of them absconded from their trial and are believed to be abroad. It is a shocking failure of the justice system that those men are still walking free. Does the Minister agree that if a dual or foreign national is charged with disgusting child rape crimes, courts should be required to put terms on their bail that prevent them from leaving the country during their trial, so that they cannot walk free after their horrendous, heinous crimes?
Context
Following the conviction of eight men for child rape in Keighley, two defendants absconded from their trial and are believed to be abroad. Their exact whereabouts are known within the community.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Sir Nicholas Dakin)
I understand that the case to which the hon. Gentleman refers took place under the last Government, and the men he referred to were tried in absentia. The Home Secretary set out the steps that the Government are taking to tackle the terrible crimes of child sexual exploitation and abuse, including group-based child sexual exploitation. Through the Crime and Policing Bill, we are legislating to make grooming an aggravating factor in the sentencing of child sexual offences, to ensure that it is properly reflected in the sentencing of perpetrators.
Session: Defendants Absconding before Trial
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In a statement released two months ago, the Government claimed that Bradford city of culture will generate £700 million of growth for the district by 2030, and that 6,500 new jobs will be created. About £40 million of taxpayers’ money has already been allocated to Bradford city of culture. Forty million pounds is, of course, the same as the financial black hole that Bradford council faces as it cuts services to children with special educational needs and sells off local assets. The Centre for Cities says that the Government have massively overstated the economic benefit that being the city of culture brings. In the interests of transparency, will the Secretary of State release the impact assessment that was made to reach the £700 million figure and the job growth that they say will be created?
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The MP is skeptical about the economic benefits claimed by the Government for being a city of culture.
The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport (Lisa Nandy)
As the hon. Gentleman should know, the impact assessment was done under the last Government. I am slightly confused: is he against the city of culture, or does he just think that Bradford does not have a full contribution to make to this country’s cultural life? We believe in Bradford. We believe in its people, its history, its heritage and what it can contribute to the UK in the future.
Session: Creative Industries
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A recent freedom of information request revealed that, of identified highways spending across the Bradford district by Bradford council over the past six years, £49 million was spent within Bradford city itself, but only £4 million was spent in Keighley and my wider constituency, despite streets such as Elliott Street in Silsden being in a very poor state of repair. Will the Secretary of State write to leaders at Bradford council and remind them that highways spending needs to be spent equally across the whole Bradford district, including places such as Keighley and Ilkley, and not just within Bradford city centre?
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A freedom of information request revealed that in the Bradford district, only £4 million out of £49 million spent on identified highways projects over six years was allocated to Keighley and Ilkley constituency areas.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I am not the sort of Secretary of State who would sit at my desk in Whitehall and instruct local authorities to spend certain amounts of money on certain roads. I expect local authorities to take strategic decisions based on where the investment is needed, and I will leave it to local leaders to make those decisions.
Session: Local Road Condition
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Insomnia affects many patients, including my constituents, who are being advised by their GPs to try cognitive behavioural therapy as an alternative to medication. However, digital CBT programmes are not available on the NHS, leaving many without access to drug-free treatment. Will the Minister outline what steps the Government are taking to ensure that patients have access to digital therapies, so that more people can get access to evidence-based, drug-free support?
Context
Patients are being advised by their GPs to try cognitive behavioural therapy as an alternative to medication, but digital CBT programmes are not available on the NHS.
Wes Streeting
The hon. Gentleman hit the nail on the head when he mentioned the importance of evidence-based treatment. As part of the Government’s shift from hospital to the community, from analogue to digital and from sickness to prevention, the NHS absolutely should be in this space, and we are considering those issues as we develop our 10-year plan for health.
Session: Topical Questions
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Many constituents, including Maggie Gardiner, have kindly contacted me about their deep concern for the wellbeing of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, who has been detained by the IDF. I have written to the Foreign Secretary about that, and I know that the Government have raised the issue with the Israeli authorities. What explanation has been received in those meetings, and what further work is the Foreign Secretary undertaking to obtain more details on that important case?
Context
Dr Hussam Abu Safiya has been detained by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF). The questioner seeks information on meetings held with Israeli authorities to address this issue.
Anneliese Dodds
I am grateful to the hon. Gentleman’s constituent for raising that important issue, which many Members and the general public are concerned about, as he says. As he rightly states, the UK Government have raised that issue with Israeli counterparts. We are concerned about the situation. We believe that there needs to be clarity on why any individuals, including medical staff, are being held. It is also crucial that the Red Cross is able to visit those who have been detained. We have made that point very forcefully.
Session: Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories
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Farming communities are facing significant challenges with the government's proposal to take well over 1 million hectares out of food production, potentially leading to the loss of more than 12,000 farms within a generation. Will the Minister acknowledge that farmers are caught in the crossfire between green targets and their livelihoods?
Context
The government plans to set aside around 20% of farmland for solar farms, tree planting, biodiversity offsetting, and wildlife habitats as part of their green agenda.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Mary Creagh)
This is something that was being worked on even by the previous Government. The land use framework consultation has been welcomed by the National Farmers Union and farmers for providing certainty and security—something lacking under the previous administration.
Session: Biodiversity Recovery
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My constituency is blighted by the shocking crime of child sexual exploitation, and rebuilding trust among victims in our criminal justice system is vital if victims are to come forward. Recently, eight men from my constituency were sentenced for the horrendous gang rape of two children and received shockingly short sentences; one was as low as three years. I have written to the Attorney General on this issue. Does the Solicitor General agree that these weak sentences are hugely damaging trust in our justice system? Will she commit, via the Attorney General, to reviewing them?
Context
The constituency is affected by child sexual exploitation. The questioner mentions a case where eight men received shockingly short sentences, one as low as three years, for gang rape of two children.
The Solicitor General
The example that the hon. Member refers to is indeed heinous. The conduct of those who have been involved in such crimes has rightly shocked and appalled people right across the country. He refers to a referral to the Attorney General’s Office, and it is therefore not appropriate for me to comment on that specific case further.
Session: Violence against Women and Girls Prosecution Rates
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The Skipton East Lancashire Rail Action Partnership campaign group has long been advocating, as have I, for a new rail link between Skipton and Colne, because it will bring huge benefits to the likes of Keighley, for both freight and passengers. Will the Secretary of State meet me to discuss this long ongoing campaign that I have been advocating for?
Context
The question is prompted by a long-standing campaign for a new rail link between Skipton and Colne to benefit freight and passengers.
The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I would be happy to.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will the Secretary of State confirm that no regulatory easement will be issued to Thames Water, so its environmental obligations remain in place? The third time this has been asked in this Chamber.
Context
Customers are concerned about Thames Water's environmental obligations and service commitments.
Steve Reed
The Government are monitoring closely and placing water companies under tough regulatory special measures. No previous easements were given by the current or previous Governments to ease environmental obligations.
Session: Pollution of Waterways
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To make matters worse, if the development is approved, my constituents will not benefit from any community benefit scheme, despite being on the periphery of the proposed location. How will the Secretary of State ensure that my constituents get their fair share of any community benefit scheme should the proposal be approved?
Context
The MP is concerned about a proposal for wind turbines on peatland that would not benefit nearby communities.
Michael Shanks
Communities are able to contribute to consultations and planning applications for national infrastructure. However, less than 1% of land in this country would be used for solar farms if we are to have the clean power future and energy security needed.
Session: New Energy Infrastructure Community Benefit Scheme
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If he will make an assessment of the potential merits of establishing a community benefit scheme for households near new energy infrastructure. There is a proposal to build 65 wind turbines on protected peatland in Calderdale council area, which I am staunchly against. My constituents will not benefit from any community benefit scheme despite being on the periphery. How will the Secretary of State ensure my constituents get their fair share if the development is approved?
Context
The MP is concerned about a proposal to build wind turbines on protected peatland in the neighbouring area, which would not benefit his constituents despite their proximity.
Michael Shanks
We are exploring options for community funds and direct support for households to ensure they benefit from hosting clean energy infrastructure. However, I cannot comment on the specific details of the case without more information about why the community might not benefit.
Session: New Energy Infrastructure Community Benefit Scheme
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Since 1921, the Royal British Legion Scotland has supported veterans and their families through education, remembrance and direct support. This weekend, in my constituency in Keighley, the town council and community groups are unveiling a memorial to the fallen of the first world war, with a time capsule placed under the cenotaph to be opened in 100 years. Does the Minister agree that events such as these, which bring together the whole community, are of vital importance for our veterans—not only in Keighley, but in Scotland and across the wider United Kingdom?
Context
The question highlights the importance of community events, specifically in Keighley where a memorial to WWI fallen is being unveiled.
Kirsty McNeill
I join the hon. Gentleman in paying tribute to the volunteers who often run these events. I also draw the House's attention to the work of the War Memorials Trust, which is one of the many unsung organisations that do incredible work across this country to maintain war memorials so that we all may remember. Across this House, we have many veterans and those who have served; I pay tribute to them all, and in particular to the 13 Members on the Government Benches who are veterans or reservists.
Session: Support for Veterans
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What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help support veterans in Scotland?
Context
The question arises from the need to ensure that veterans receive appropriate support across all regions, particularly highlighting the situation in Scotland.
Kirsty McNeill
This Government are fully committed to delivering for veterans, and I pay tribute to them and their families for the sacrifices they make during their service, as well as their valued contribution to our society after they leave. The Minister for Veterans and People, my hon. Friend the Member for Birmingham Selly Oak (Al Carns), is leading work across Government, and with the Scottish Government, to ensure veterans and their families can access all the support they need.
Session: Support for Veterans
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Many veterans I have spoken to are worried about the government's decision to remove the Veterans Minister from Cabinet. How will you ensure that veterans get the necessary attention and support?
Context
Concern over the removal of the Veterans Minister role from Cabinet, raising questions about attention given to veterans' issues.
John Healey
Veterans have a fully fledged Cabinet Minister speaking up for them, and I am proud to do so as the Secretary of State for Defence.
Session: Topical Questions
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The Minister's response to my hon. Friend's question highlights his arrogance on this issue. He constantly keeps saying that we need to look at the detail, yet his Department and the Treasury disagree on how many farms will be impacted by as much as 40%. In fact, as he knows, the figures being repeatedly regurgitated by the Government consider only past claims for agricultural property relief, not those combined with business property relief, which is just as important. Why? Because the Treasury does not have the data. We need comprehensive detail on this policy to properly understand the impacts of his family farm tax. I ask this for a third time in this House: will he release a full impact assessment—yes or no?
Context
The Department and the Treasury disagree on how many farms will be impacted by as much as 40%. The figures being used consider only past claims for agricultural property relief, not those combined with business property relief.
Daniel Zeichner
We seem to be discussing this endlessly. The figures on agricultural property relief are absolutely clear. I have kept asking people to look at the detail, because what they will find—listen to the tax experts and the people who have actually looked at the policy in detail—is that fewer than 500 farms will be affected. That is the reassuring message that the Conservatives should be conveying to British farmers.
Session: Budget Impact on Farming Communities
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Will the Secretary of State confirm that, in fulfilling his obligation to hold water companies to account, he will not issue regulatory easements?
Context
The Secretary of State was not able to clearly answer a previous question about regulatory easements.
Steve Reed
We are looking to strengthen regulation. The Water (Special Measures) Bill allows regulators to claw back resources from water companies that have been successfully prosecuted, ensuring better enforcement against further wrongdoing.
Session: Water Pollution Accountability
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Will the Secretary of State guarantee that no regulatory easement will be provided, allowing lower standards or reduced investment by any company?
Context
Some water companies are better managed than others. The question is about the Secretary of State's obligations to hold water companies accountable without lowering standards.
Steve Reed
A review of the entire water sector, including regulation, is planned for later this autumn. Regulation needs to be as tough as possible and transparency about practices must be ensured.
Session: Water Pollution Accountability
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Can the Home Secretary outline her plans to deal with this increasing problem of off-road bikes?
Context
Residents in Keighley are troubled by motorbikes ridden at high speeds, doing wheelies, wearing balaclavas, and revving engines.
Yvette Cooper
The problems we have seen with off-road bikes, such as the deafening and distressing harassment they cause, are serious; that is why this Government are determined to strengthen the law on off-road bikes to give the police more powers.
Session: Topical Questions
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As a result of the bus service improvement plan, as from last month we have a new £1 zone in Keighley, making travel around the town much more affordable. Moreover, a single ticket for other journeys costs just £2, thanks to the Government. Does my hon. Friend agree that this demonstrates that our Conservative Government recognise the importance of local, affordable travel links that help to support our communities?
Context
The Government announced an indicative additional bus service improvement plan worth more than £13 million for West Yorkshire.
Richard Holden
This Government certainly do. I thank my hon. Friend for raising our commitment to supporting bus services, not just in his constituency but right across the country. This is just a small part of the £3.5 billion we have invested in bus services, with much more to come, including our recent announcement of another £150 million for the bus service improvement plan from the money for Network North, starting next year.
Session: Bus Fares
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What assessment has been made of the potential implications for the policies regarding the cost of bus fares? I warmly welcome the Government's support, which is making bus journeys across Keighley and our wider area much more affordable. As a result of the bus service improvement plan, as from last month we have a new £1 zone in Keighley, making travel around the town much more affordable.
Context
The question arises from the government's policy on bus fare caps in England outside London, aiming to make travel more affordable for passengers.
Richard Holden
This Government certainly do. I thank my hon. Friend for raising our commitment to supporting bus services, not just in his constituency but right across the country. This is just a small part of the £3.5 billion we have invested in bus services, with much more to come, including our recent announcement of another £150 million for the bus service improvement plan from the money for Network North, starting next year.
Session: Bus Fares
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If approved, the additional 140 houses will follow many hundreds of houses currently being built in Silsden. Does the Minister agree that Bradford Council should prioritise Silsden's infrastructure first, rather than seeing the area as a quick win for achieving its housing targets?
Context
Concern about infrastructure capacity for additional housing developments in Silsden, Bradford.
Rachel Maclean
Local authorities have an obligation to spend section 106 receipts in line with the purpose for which they were agreed. We are committed to introducing new measures through the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill that will give greater certainty to local communities about the infrastructure that will be delivered in their area.
Session: Green Spaces Protection
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Wind Farms: Protected Peatland — [Sir Alec Shelbrooke in the Chair]
21 April 2026
Responding: Chris McDonald
Main Concerns
['The proposal for a wind farm development on protected peatland in Brontë country, straddling Haworth and Stanbury, would see up to 34 200-metre-high wind turbines erected. The peatland is over 9,000 years old and acts as a natural carbon store, capturing 26 times more carbon than forests in the UK. Disturbing this delicate ecosystem through road construction and infrastructure development would lead to subsidence, releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere. Additionally, the wind farm poses threats to water quality, increasing flood risk and damaging local wildlife habitats.']
Specific Asks
['The Minister is asked why the Government permits such developments on protected peatland despite the lack of evidence regarding their environmental impact. The MP requests an extension of the statutory consultation period during local elections to allow for more public engagement and opposition against this scheme, given its detrimental effects on heritage landscapes.']
Court and Tribunal Transcripts — [Mark Pritchard in the Chair]
23 March 2026
Responding: Jake Richards
Main Concerns
['The current system for accessing court and tribunal transcripts is not fit for purpose, undermining transparency and disproportionately affecting victims and their families. The existing procurement framework allows only a handful of transcription companies to operate under a monopoly, leading to high costs, delays, and technological inefficiencies. This can prevent victims from understanding the full context of their cases and limit their ability to appeal unduly lenient sentences within the 28-day window.']
Specific Asks
['The Government should consider making court transcripts free for all and explore ways to increase transparency through better use of technology, such as AI-powered transcription. The next tender process should include a requirement for public access from the outset, and parliamentary time should be dedicated to producing legislation that would place a statutory duty on courts to provide transcripts.']
Sale of Fireworks
19 January 2026
Responding: Kate Dearden
Main Concerns
["The petitions have received more than 376,000 signatures. In Robbie's constituency, fireworks led to the tragic death of a family’s foal named King, who was found impaled on farm machinery after being terrified by fireworks. He also highlighted that many animals are sensitive to sound and can be severely impacted by fireworks."]
Specific Asks
['The Government must do more to regulate and control the amount of fireworks used throughout the year and address the antisocial use of fireworks during the night and early in the morning, which causes disruption for those trying to sleep.']
Digital ID
08 December 2025
Responding: Josh Simons
Main Concerns
['Nearly 3 million people have signed today’s petition, making it the fourth most signed petition in parliamentary history. The plan for digital ID has sparked outrage as it is seen as un-British and a threat to political traditions. The proposal lacks electoral mandate and faces opposition from across parties including Conservatives, Labour Back Benchers, SNP, Plaid Cymru, Greens, Reform, Lib Dems, and independent MPs.']
Specific Asks
['The Government should abandon the plans for digital ID as it is unnecessary and costly, with an estimated cost of £1.8 billion. The proposal does not address illegal immigration effectively but imposes a new compulsory database on law-abiding citizens.']
Holidays During School Term Time
27 October 2025
Responding: Georgia Gould
Main Concerns
["The petition '700047' has received 181,598 signatures. Parents are concerned about the high costs of holidays during school breaks due to predatory pricing by holiday companies. Families feel they are being priced out and fined for wanting time with their children, leading to stress and economic strain. A parent from Keighley reported an additional cost of £1,000 per person for a February half-term holiday compared to the following week."]
Specific Asks
["The debate seeks to address the issue of criminalising families who wish to take short holidays during term time without imposing penalties that impact their well-being and finances. It also calls for consideration of the educational benefits of these breaks for children's development and mental health."]
Career Breaks: Parents of Seriously Ill Children
03 February 2025
Responding: Justin Madders
Main Concerns
["The petition received over 164,000 signatures. Christina Harris's case highlights the difficulties faced by parents when their child is diagnosed with a serious illness, leading to job loss and financial insecurity. The situation can be exacerbated by lack of support from employers, leaving parents in a precarious position both financially and emotionally."]
Specific Asks
['The petition calls for better employment rights that provide more robust protection and support for parents dealing with the unexpected challenges of caring for seriously ill children.']
Responsibilities of Housing Developers — [Mark Pritchard in the Chair]
11 December 2024
Responding: Rushanara Ali
Main Concerns
['The MP is concerned about the impact of multiple housing developments in Silsden, which has grown by hundreds of houses over a decade. He highlights issues such as early consultation with residents, inadequate infrastructure funding through section 106 money, poor quality construction leading to snagging issues and negative impacts on neighbouring properties, lack of proper maintenance oversight, and ignoring local need assessments like the neighbourhood plan for Addingham village.']
Specific Asks
['The MP asks the Government to ensure that developers are held accountable for their commitments regarding infrastructure and community services. He also requests plans to address existing concerns about the current planning system and to maintain trust between developers and the public.']
Fireworks: Sale and Use
09 December 2024
Responding: Justin Madders
Main Concerns
['The hon. Member is concerned about the misuse of fireworks, which leads to injuries, trauma, and antisocial behaviour. Statistics highlight that 113 people are hospitalised annually due to fireworks-related incidents, with many more suffering from PTSD, hearing damage, sleep disruption, and sensory processing issues. The sale and use of fireworks also cause distress to pets, livestock, wildlife, and veterans, as well as posing a risk to public safety. The inconsiderate and antisocial use of fireworks by a small minority is causing misery to families, residents are disturbed during the day, and vulnerable groups such as children with sensory sensitivities and the elderly have been disproportionately affected. Residents have shared harrowing experiences, highlighting the devastating impact of late-night fireworks on the public. The current legislation is outdated, not working, and insufficient.']
Specific Asks
['The hon. Member calls for stricter regulations at the point of sale, such as age limits, permits, and enforcement measures to prevent illegal sales and misuse. He urges the Government to undertake proper research and impact assessments to support legislative changes if necessary. Immediate action is needed to enforce existing laws and provide local councils with resources. I urge the Government to take immediate steps in four areas: stronger licensing and enforcement powers, reduction of noise levels, restrictions on the sale of fireworks, and giving further enforcement powers not just to local authorities but to trading standards and other enforcement bodies.']
Abandoned Vehicles: Public Highways
12 July 2023
Responding: Trudy Harrison
Main Concerns
['Robbie Moore is concerned about abandoned vehicles on public highways in Keighley, which cause frustration to residents and businesses. He cited examples of vehicles without number plates or parts missing that have been left for weeks, months, or years. One business reported delivery lorries unable to enter due to abandoned vehicles. The issue extends beyond Keighley and has been a problem across the Bradford district.']
Specific Asks
['Moore asks the Government to review legislation to toughen penalties on businesses parking abandoned vehicles for spare parts and to increase fines for using public highways for business purposes. He also requests the Minister to look at regulations allowing local authorities to charge higher removal costs to reclaim expenses from vehicle owners.']
Antisocial Behaviour in Town Centres
26 April 2023
Responding: Sarah Dines
Main Concerns
['Robbie Moore is concerned about the persistent issues of antisocial behaviour in Keighley and Ilkley, including assaults near the bus station, speeding and loud exhaust cars, vehicles being targeted with petrol, and fly-tipping. He cites a 16% decrease in police-recorded incidents from June 2022 compared to March 2020 but argues that the problem remains significant. Moore mentions localised hotspots such as Lund Park and Westburn Avenue where residents face intimidation and fear. The speaker is concerned about the recent violent antisocial behaviour incidents in Pontypridd, including a video showing an individual being kicked while on the ground. The MP highlights that this issue is not unique to Pontypridd but affects communities across the country. They express frustration with limited police resources due to cuts from the UK Tory Government and note that youth services have also been severely cut, contributing to increased antisocial behaviour.']
Specific Asks
["Moore asks for assistance to move the Keighley police station back into town's centre, encourages community engagement through police hubs, and urges the Mayor of West Yorkshire to prioritize new police officers in dealing with antisocial behaviour issues. He also highlights the need for better reporting mechanisms and dialogue between residents and the police. The speaker calls for an ambitious strategy from the government to tackle antisocial behaviour effectively. They hope for more funding support for community projects like a £4.4 million arts and youth centre zone in Pontypridd and improved neighbourhood policing."]
Bluetongue Virus in Livestock
03 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Building Homes and Renewing Communities
03 September 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
British Steel
16 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
State of Climate and Nature
13 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Early Release of Prisoners
07 July 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Calls on the Government to exempt from automatic early release under the Sentencing Act 2026 offenders who have been convicted of sexual offences against adults or children, including rape and groomin...
Rochdale Grooming Gang: Offender Deportation
06 July 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Prisoner Early Release
29 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Infected Blood Compensation Scheme
14 April 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Backbench Business
13 April 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Mr Stafford moved that the House believes SEND is an issue affecting every constituency, acknowledges challenges families face in navigating a complex and under-resourced system, and supports reforms ...
Opposition Day
24 March 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Keighley Picture House
30 October 2025
The petition addresses the concern over Keighley Picture House, a heritage site since 1913, facing potential redevelopment by Bradford council, which residents want to prevent.
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Keighley Picture House
10 September 2025
The petition aims to save the Keighley Picture House from closure or redevelopment, which has been a key cultural landmark in Keighley since 1913.
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Bradford District parking charges
30 October 2024
The petition addresses the concern that new car parking charges and resident permit fees in Bradford District, particularly affecting Keighley and Ilkley, are placing an unfair financial burden on res...
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Ilkley Lido parking charges
29 October 2024
The petition addresses the threat to Ilkley lido, a cherished facility in Keighley and Ilkley constituency since 1935, due to Bradford council’s introduction of parking charges without public consulta...
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Keighley Household Waste and Recycling Centre
23 January 2023
The petition seeks to prevent the closure of the Keighley Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Bradford, which has garnered 7,311 signatures due to concerns over increased fly-tipping and pressure ...
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AQUIND Interconnector Project
14 September 2021
** The petition concerns the proposed AQUIND Interconnector Project, which local residents believe would be damaging to Portsmouth's national security and community without offering clear benefits.
*...
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Attendance
56.1%
55 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
30
30.6% of votes
No Votes
25
25.5% of votes
Abstentions
43
43.9% 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
DID NOT VOTE
Social Housing Bill [Lords]: Reasoned Amendment to Second Reading
Ayes: 77
Noes: 292
Failed
09 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 142
Ayes: 108
Noes: 357
Failed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143
Ayes: 106
Noes: 302
Failed
08 Sep 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
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
DID NOT VOTE
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
DID NOT VOTE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 77
Noes: 255
Failed
16 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 151
Noes: 258
Failed
16 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Remainin...
Ayes: 162
Noes: 246
Failed
16 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Draft Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ayes: 262
Noes: 86
Passed
24 Feb 2026
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
VOTED NO
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
DID NOT VOTE
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
7
PMQs Asked
121
Ministerial Questions Asked
179
House of Commons Debates Involved
13
Westminster Hall Debates Led
3
Statements / Bills
6
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
+91% above average
This MP:
7
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+803% above average
This MP:
121
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+417% above average
This MP:
13
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+3583% above average
This MP:
179
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
-68% below average
This MP:
3
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
+145% above average
This MP:
6
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
-19% below average
This MP:
56.1
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 Robbie Moore's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.