Sarah Bool
MP for South Northamptonshire
Con
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
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It is National Diabetes Week, and as someone living with type 1, as we both are, Mr Speaker, I am more than aware of the serious complications of diabetic ketoacidosis—DKA—which can prove fatal if not caught early enough. A quarter of children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when in DKA, and that could be avoided with early diagnosis. Will the Prime Minister commit to rolling out a national universal screening programme, as seen in Italy, for type 1?
Context
National Diabetes Week highlights the serious complications of diabetic ketoacidosis, which can be fatal if not caught early. A quarter of children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when in DKA.
Leeds East
I thank the hon. Member for championing this really important issue. My late mother had diabetes, so I know at first hand just what a struggle it can be and how important this is. Type 1 diabetes is not preventable, as she knows, but the sooner we can reach people, the sooner we can care for them. We have a screening programme in the UK available to families across the country, and over 20,000 children have already taken part. It is really important that we continue to deliver that, but I thank her for continuing to champion this and to raise her voice on this very important issue.[Official Report, 2 July 2025; Vol. 770, c. 3WC.] (Correction)
Session: PMQs
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These large solar schemes will need battery energy storage systems, but there are growing concerns about the safety of these systems. Other countries are looking at more prescriptions, whether through more regulation or technical parameters, such as size, but we in this country just rely on guidance. Will the Secretary of State consider pausing any approvals of further solar schemes until we have some proper regulation in place that meets safety requirements?
Context
Concerns about the safety of battery energy storage systems required for large-scale solar schemes, noting other countries are implementing stricter regulations.
Ed Miliband
No, we are not going to pause our development of solar power—it is essential to get bills down for families and get us off the rollercoaster of fossil fuels. We take safety incredibly seriously; the Energy Minister has met the National Fire Chiefs Council and is working assiduously on these issues.
Session: Large-scale Solar Farms 2026-07-07
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What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the development of large-scale solar farms?
Context
Discussion about recent developments in large-scale solar farm projects and their approval process.
Ed Miliband
Solar power is one of the cheapest sources of energy available to us. I am proud that we have consented nearly 6 GW of solar power since this Government came into office—around six times the amount that the previous Government consented. This year has seen record solar power, generating around 20 TWh of electricity and providing around 7% of the total electricity generated. If we want lower energy bills, new solar is an essential part of making that happen.
Session: Large-scale Solar Farms 2026-07-07
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The SDR acknowledges that a significant proportion of the reserves work in the NHS and that, if they were to be deployed, there would be significant issues. Given that defence medical services and the NHS have to work together, will the Government set out what plans they are putting in place for this?
Context
The SDR acknowledges potential issues with the reserves working in the NHS.
Louise Jones
Our work to reinvigorate the strategic reserve is absolutely vital. It is an issue that has not previously been thought about in the necessary detail. This Government are utterly committed to ensuring that the strategic reserve is ready to meet the demands that may be placed on it, including, as the hon. Lady says, workforce implications.
Session: Topical Questions
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Back to the 1 July tariffs: the quotas are too small and the commodity codes are too broad. The steel required for aerospace can come only from, I think, SSUK, which is currently in liquidation. That grade of steel cannot be produced elsewhere—that is for commercial steel. Businesses will be bankrupted within six months—12 months is far too long. Will those on the Front Bench please listen to industry on this?
Chris Bryant
We are listening to both sides of industry, because there are the downstream users and there is the production. The truth of the matter is that UK steel production under the previous Government fell from— I think this is correct—27 million tonnes a year to 4 million tonnes a year. If we are to meet our armaments needs in future years, we need a sovereign steel capacity in this country. We have to be able to produce British steel. We have been very careful to ensure that the quotas are cutting areas only where the UK can produce that steel.
Session: Topical Questions
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Since Labour came to power, the number of people in asylum accommodation has increased by more than 6,000. With figures like that, no South Northamptonshire resident believes the Government is tackling this issue effectively. What will be done differently to stop boat crossings as promised?
Context
Asylum hotel in South Northamptonshire continues to operate, and better weather is expected to increase boat crossings.
Alex Norris
Reforms include a reduced protection period, faster decisions and increased removals by 30%. Future data is expected to show this trend continuing.
Session: Asylum Seekers Accommodation
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How many asylum seekers were accommodated in asylum accommodation on (a) 30 December 2025 and (b) 30 June 2024? The number of people in asylum accommodation has increased since Labour came to power by more than 6,000. With figures like that, South Northamptonshire residents believe the Government is not tackling this issue effectively.
Context
Asylum accommodation numbers have been rising, causing concern in South Northamptonshire due to an asylum hotel operating in the constituency. Previous government figures showed 119,000 asylum seekers.
Alex Norris
Home Office quarterly statistics show 103,426 individuals in asylum accommodation on 30 December 2025 and 96,642 on 30 June 2024. The statement on asylum policy includes significant reforms such as a reduced protection period, quicker decisions, and increased removals by 30% compared to predecessors.
Session: Asylum Seekers Accommodation
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Why does this Government believe that subsidising unemployment through huge increases to the welfare bill will not lead to more unemployment? Will the Secretary of State accept that those changes disincentivise work, and will he tell the House how much the Budget is expected to increase unemployment?
Context
The Conservative MP referenced basic economic principles suggesting that increased subsidization can lead to more of the subsidized behavior. She questioned how Labour's approach might affect employment rates.
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (Pat McFadden)
The Conservative party watched the number of those who are not in education, employment or training grow year by year and did nothing about it. The hon. Lady will find that, at the Budget a couple of weeks ago, the Office for Budget Responsibility projected that the levels of people in employment will rise in every year of the forecast.
Session: Welfare Spending Economic Impact
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T2. First, I want to echo the concerns of the right hon. Member for Orkney and Shetland (Mr Carmichael): the Paymaster General really must meet with the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee to discuss the sanitary and phytosanitary agreement—meeting with the Chair in private is not enough. When it comes to Europe and negotiating deals, the devil is always in the detail. Looking at the fisheries negotiation, we can see that the Government struggle with this area. Given that Switzerland will be paying €375 million a year, and it seems as though we will have to pay for the privilege of being a rule taker once more, can the Minister clarify exactly what he considers to be an appropriate financial contribution to be paid to the EU?
Context
Concerns over the financial contributions to be made to the EU in light of previous agreements with Switzerland.
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (Darren Jones)
We will always negotiate in Britain’s interest and ensure value for money for the taxpayer and benefit for the UK economy. I can confirm that not only has the Paymaster General agreed to meet with the Chair of the EFRA Committee, but the relevant Minister from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will be appearing to give evidence in the normal way.
Session: Topical Questions
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Welsh Labour voted against a grooming gangs inquiry in the Senedd. Now Scottish MPs are bemoaning the lack of action from the Scottish National party and the Scottish Government. Given that Welsh Labour is also dragging its heels over this inquiry, will the Secretary of State step up and ensure that it holds a Wales-wide inquiry into this horrific scandal?
Context
The hon. Member raised concerns about the lack of action from the Welsh Government and Labour Party regarding a Wales-wide inquiry into grooming gangs.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Anna McMorrin)
I am disappointed in the hon. Member. She must have forgotten that the last inquiry was not implemented in any way, shape or form. We have accepted Baroness Casey’s recommendations in full, and we are working together—the Welsh Government and the Home Office, alongside Baroness Casey—to appoint a chair, as a matter of urgency. Victims’ voices should be at the heart of this inquiry, and it is imperative that any chair appointed earns the trust of the victims, who have been let down far too often.
Session: Grooming Gangs
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EKA Ltd in my constituency is a supplier to Ministry of Defence service recovery vehicles that have to be deployed with our tanks, but an issue that it and other service personnel have highlighted is the absence of the provision of robust spare parts in the event of a breakdown or damage. The Government are spending millions on these assets but leaving them completely unprotected. Is the MOD reviewing the provision of spares as part of its procurement, and would the Minister meet me and EKA Ltd to discuss the matter further?
Context
The hon. Member highlights an issue raised by EKA Ltd and service personnel regarding the absence of robust spare parts provision for MOD service recovery vehicles, requesting a review and meeting to discuss.
Luke Pollard
I am happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss this further. The last Government, I am afraid, left not only our weapons stockpiles almost empty, but far too many of our parts stockpiles as well. We are looking at investing in that as part of our defence investment plan, but I am happy to meet her to discuss the matter further.
Session: Topical Questions
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The impact of changes to IHT goes beyond farmers. A Pembrokeshire farm gathering last month included 57 businesses from various sectors like vets, machinery dealerships, milk processors, electricians and fencing companies, employing nearly 11,000 people with almost half totally reliant on incomes from local farms. Have the Government fully considered the ripple effect of that policy on farms in Wales and across the UK, including South Northamptonshire?
Context
A Pembrokeshire farm gathering showed the economic reliance of local businesses and employees on farms, with almost half of the 11,000 jobs dependent on farming incomes.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Anna McMorrin)
This Government want to strike a fair balance between supporting farmers and fixing our public finances. The vast majority of farmers will not be affected by this change, and they will be able to pass the family farm down to their children. Welsh Conservatives voted to block support reaching Welsh farms in March, which shows that the Conservative party just does not care for farmers and the agricultural community.
Session: Farmers Inheritance Tax
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The Government attempted to block our calls for an inquiry until they were forced into a U-turn in June. On 2 September, the Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department said that 'this Government will not lose any more time in pursuing truth and justice for victims and survivors.' Yet here we stand today—no start date, no chair announced, and no terms of reference agreed. The victims need actions, not words, so will the Minister please tell the victims of these abhorrent crimes when the national inquiry will begin—or will this Secretary of State have to be forced into action, just like the last?
Context
The Conservatives have been pushing for a national statutory inquiry since January, and there has been criticism over the lack of progress on this issue.
The Minister for Policing and Crime (Sarah Jones)
I will not take any lessons from the hon. Lady, given that the previous inquiry was not implemented in any way, shape or form by the previous Government. Through the Crime and Policing Bill, we are putting in place Baroness Jay’s key recommendations, which is the right thing to do. It is so important that we make the right decisions about the chair, the terms of reference and the process for this inquiry, which has victims at its heart.
Session: Grooming Gangs National Inquiry
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From my proud support of the National Transition Event held annually at Silverstone in my constituency, I am aware of the work of Mission Community, a service charity tasked with the delivery of the Office for Veterans’ Affairs’ veterans industry engagement programme, which is designed to advocate for our veterans by working with industry trade bodies. What sectors will the Government focus on in their work so that veterans and their families feel the benefit, as well as that having a positive impact on our economy?
Context
Mission Community, a service charity, delivers the Office for Veterans’ Affairs’ veterans industry engagement programme designed to advocate for veterans by working with industry trade bodies.
The Minister for Veterans and People (Al Carns)
Veterans not only defended the nation while in service, but they go on to deliver the second mission of Government, which is to help us prosper. I have met representatives from Mission Community, which does a fantastic job, several times. It is worth noting that veterans who engage with our career transition pathway on transitioning to become civilians have an 88% success rate in going straight into employment. Op Ascend, which we launched at the National Transition Event, has seen thousands of families and veterans connected up with industry to move that collaboration forward. I will write the hon. Lady with details about specific industries in due course.
Session: Veterans Support
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Why has it taken three weeks to issue emergency travel documents for Dr Lindsey Fitzharris when she faced difficulties returning home due to cancer treatment in the US? Will the Department apologise and investigate?
Context
Dr Lindsey Fitzharris, a British citizen undergoing cancer treatment in the US, was denied boarding her flight back to the UK on 23 July. It took three weeks to obtain an emergency travel document despite interventions from Sarah Bool.
Hamish Falconer
The Foreign Office seeks in its consular assistance to always provide timely support to British nationals overseas. I will investigate the case and report back to the hon. Lady.
Session: Topical Questions
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According to the Library, in my constituency, the claimant count among those aged 16 to 24 has risen by 46%; that is one of the largest percentage increases in the country. Conservative Members know that the Government have a moral duty not to let our young people learn that a life of benefits is the life for them, so how does the Minister explain that increase? What will she do?
Context
The MP referenced a Library report indicating a significant rise in the claimant count among young people aged 16 to 24 in her constituency, which had risen by 46%, one of the largest increases in the country.
The Minister for Employment (Alison McGovern)
I must remind Conservative Members again that it was their party that introduced universal credit, removing the distinction between out-of-work benefits and in-work benefits. For three quarters of young people who are out of work and on universal credit, our guarantee for young people will make sure that they get a second chance in life, after they were utterly failed during the pandemic by the Conservative party.
Session: Universal Credit 16 to 24-year-olds
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In Towcester, when the DHL development was going through planning, more than 1,100 residents submitted objections to the council, thousands signed petitions, I spoke on their behalf as their MP against the plans and locally elected councillors voted 11 to one against it at the strategic planning committee meeting, but it was ultimately approved on appeal. Residents, naturally, are losing faith in engaging in the system. The Minister referred in a written question to there being a more democratic plan-led system taking in larger numbers of voices. In our case, how many more residents would need to be involved to have an impact?
Context
In Towcester, a DHL development was met with significant local opposition. Over 1,000 residents submitted objections and the strategic planning committee voted against it.
The Minister for Housing and Planning (Matthew Pennycook)
I think that the hon. Lady—if I followed her argument—was speaking about objections lodged to an individual planning application. We are making no changes to that process. Residents all over the country will still be able to object to any planning application that comes forward. We are making sensible changes to improve the certainty and speed at which planning decisions will be taken, with a two-tier approach —a consultation is live at the moment to which she can offer input—but when it comes to local plans, which are a slightly separate issue, we are looking to encourage greater participation upstream. Local plans are the best means by which local communities can shape the development coming forward in their area.
Session: Planning System Community Involvement
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Another private school, Queen Margaret’s school for girls in York, has announced its closure, months after the Carrdus school in my constituency announced its closure. Over 11,000 children have left the private sector in this first year, which is more than three times what the Government expected. Does the Minister believe that the impact assessment of the introduction of VAT on private schools is correct? Will she look again at the flawed case for it?
Context
Another private school in York has announced its closure, following the closure of Carrdus school. Over 11,000 children have left the private sector this year, more than three times what was expected.
Stephen Morgan
Around 50 mainstream private schools close each year. The level of fees charged by private schools is not a matter for the Department; it is a contractual matter between private schools and parents.
Session: Topical Questions
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Schools with a smartphone ban were rated higher by Ofsted, and their students achieved better GCSE results. All the evidence shows the benefit of banning smartphones in schools, but the Government are simply issuing non-statutory guidance and passing the buck. Does the Minister not understand the evidence? Does he need more evidence, or does he not trust the Government to be able to implement a ban on smartphones in schools?
Context
MP references evidence that schools with smartphone bans were rated higher by Ofsted and achieved better GCSE results. Criticizes the government for issuing non-statutory guidance rather than implementing a ban.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education (Stephen Morgan)
I will take no lectures from the Conservatives on this issue. When they were in government, they exclaimed that the same guidance meant a consistent approach across schools. I have to ask: if they were wrong then, are they wrong now?
Session: Smartphones in Schools
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What assessment he has made of the impact of the autumn Budget 2024 on Northern Ireland? The Royal College of General Practitioners in Northern Ireland says the increase in national insurance contributions is catastrophic for GP surgeries. Why are Ministers not doing more to talk to their colleagues in the Treasury?
Context
The Royal College of General Practitioners in Northern Ireland has warned that the hike in national insurance contributions will be catastrophic for GP surgeries, with many practices struggling.
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
I would point out to the hon. Member that the previous Government left a fiscal black hole that had to be filled. The increase in expenditure resulting from the autumn Budget is helping to fund, in part, the record settlement that the Northern Ireland Executive have got for 2025-26.
Session: Autumn Budget 2024
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During the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill Committee we Conservatives proposed a new clause that would provide a mechanism for a binding annual cap on the number of non-visitor visas issued by the UK. That would have introduced accountability and transparency, but it was voted down decisively by Labour Members. The Government talk tough, but does the Home Secretary not believe that the British public deserve a transparent and honest answer to the question of what the level of migration will be under this Government, rather than the Government’s just blaming us, or saying “lower numbers” on every occasion?
Context
The Conservative Party proposed a new clause during the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill Committee to introduce an annual cap on non-visitor visas issued by the UK. The proposal aimed at increasing accountability but was rejected.
Seema Malhotra
I am staggered by that question, because net migration reached record highs under the Conservatives’ watch. We are the ones with a plan to bring it down. Quite frankly, the hon. Lady should support that.
Session: Topical Questions
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In February, Lucy Manzano warned the committee about the potential cessation of border checks due to lack of funding. With the financial year fast approaching and another case of foot and mouth in Europe, will the Secretary of State confirm that the Government have secured necessary funding?
Context
Lucy Manzano of the Dover Port Health Authority warned before the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee that without confirmed funding, checks at borders would stop. A new case of foot and mouth disease in Europe adds urgency.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Steve Reed)
We take border security seriously. We have the BTOM system closely monitored to ensure it functions properly and are investing in the National Biosecurity Centre to prevent its dilapidation, unlike under previous governance.
Session: Topical Questions
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We all agree that the court backlogs must be cleared, as justice for victims is essential. However, are the Government heeding the Law Society’s advice to not waste precious time and resources on an intermediate court, and what engagement have they had with the Law Society on that?
Context
The Law Society advises against wasting time on an intermediate court while addressing the Crown court backlog.
Sarah Sackman
As the Lord Chancellor has said, our priority is delivering swifter justice for victims and bearing down on the Crown court backlog. That is why we have asked Sir Brian Leveson to consider all options, which have to include reclassification of offences and the intermediate court. We have to have a whole-system reform, but I fear that if we were to exclude those options, we would not be gripping the problem.
Session: Topical Questions
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Does the Secretary of State really believe that the basic funding rate for breakfast is 60p?
Context
Some schools have been forced to leave the breakfast club scheme or face financial losses. The question addresses whether the funding rate for breakfast clubs is 60p, which would be insufficient.
The Secretary of State for Education (Bridget Phillipson)
No, I do not, because that is not actually the case. The Secretary does not believe the basic funding rate for breakfast clubs is 60p, but she did not provide details on what the actual funding rate is.
Session: Breakfast Clubs Early Adopter Scheme
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How many schools left the breakfast club early adopters scheme prior to 24 February 2025?
Context
Primary schools have faced challenges with the breakfast club scheme, including financial pressures and forced withdrawals. Some schools left the pilot before 24 February 2025 due to funding issues.
The Secretary of State for Education (Bridget Phillipson)
No, I do not, because that is not actually the case. The Secretary did not provide a specific number of schools that left the breakfast club early adopters scheme prior to 24 February 2025.
Session: Breakfast Clubs Early Adopter Scheme
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I am proud that my constituency of South Northamptonshire hosts the largest armed forces gathering of its kind in the UK. The national transition event at Silverstone on 24 February, now in its sixth year, is run by the charities Mission Motorsport and Mission Community. The event recognises, demonstrates and celebrates the value of our veterans and armed forces community. As the Secretary of State develops the veterans strategy, are community-led approaches such as this part of the Department’s thinking, and how might we support such organisations in their work?
Context
The Member is concerned about the lack of a dedicated commissioner in England, while Northern Ireland, Wales, and Scotland have their own commissioners. She also highlights an event in her constituency.
The Minister for Veterans and People (Al Carns)
Absolutely. I just travelled to the north-east of England and hit three different councils, looking at the different ways in which they deal with the veterans issue. I am really looking forward to the launch event, which will have a variety of different race cars. I just hope that I do not get to see the mudflaps when I am there.
Session: Veterans’ Commissioner England
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Our small businesses are the lifeblood of our high street and often give young students their first opportunity for a job on a Saturday or in the holidays. However, one of my local small business owners says that she can no longer afford such roles because of the increase in employer national insurance contributions and changes to business rates, among other things. What will the Government do to support our young people into jobs when small businesses are left in that awful position?
Context
A local small business owner in the constituency is facing difficulties due to increased employer national insurance contributions and changes to business rates.
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business and Trade (Gareth Thomas)
The hon. Lady might want to check again with the business she refers to, because, in the most recent Budget, the employment allowance was raised to some £10,500, which will help every small employer’s national insurance bill every year, and should ensure that more than 1 million firms benefit. That is a very practical measure; more broadly, on the point about national insurance contributions, she will know that Labour inherited a very difficult financial situation because of mistakes made by the Conservatives, and difficult decisions have had to be taken.
Session: Support for High Street Businesses
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Can the Minister confirm that the farming budget will not be cut by £100 million and that support for local producers will continue? I have met with farmers at Stowe Heights farm and Barnowl farm who are worried about these reports.
Context
Media reports suggest that there might be a £100 million cut to the farming budget, which has raised concerns among farmers in South Northamptonshire about their financial stability.
Emma Hardy
As I am sure the hon. Lady will understand, anything involving the Budget is part of the spending review process and answers will be given in due course.
Session: British Food Producers
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Can the Minister confirm that the farming budget will not be cut by £100 million and that support for local producers will continue? I have met with farmers at Stowe Heights farm and Barnowl farm who are worried about these reports.
Context
Media reports suggest that there might be a £100 million cut to the farming budget, which has raised concerns among farmers in South Northamptonshire about their financial stability.
Emma Hardy
As I am sure the hon. Lady will understand, anything involving the Budget is part of the spending review process and answers will be given in due course.
Session: British Food Producers
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What steps he is taking to support British food producers. I am concerned about media reports suggesting a £100 million cut to the farming budget, which would negatively affect local producers in South Northamptonshire such as those at Stowe Heights farm and Barnowl farm.
Context
The question arises from concerns about British food producers and the potential impact of government policies on their economic stability and growth.
Emma Hardy
Our farming Minister, my hon. Friend the Member for Cambridge (Daniel Zeichner), has done an incredible job visiting farmers across the country. As I am sure the hon. Lady will understand, anything involving the Budget is part of the spending review process and answers will be given in due course.
Session: British Food Producers
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What steps he is taking to support British food producers. I am concerned about media reports suggesting a £100 million cut to the farming budget, which would negatively affect local producers in South Northamptonshire such as those at Stowe Heights farm and Barnowl farm.
Context
The question arises from concerns about British food producers and the potential impact of government policies on their economic stability and growth.
Emma Hardy
Our farming Minister, my hon. Friend the Member for Cambridge (Daniel Zeichner), has done an incredible job visiting farmers across the country. As I am sure the hon. Lady will understand, anything involving the Budget is part of the spending review process and answers will be given in due course.
Session: British Food Producers
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Diabetes Treatments
29 October 2024
Responding: Karin Smyth
Main Concerns
['The speaker is concerned about the stigma surrounding diabetes and its complications. She highlights that over 5 million people in the UK are diagnosed with diabetes, including 4,329 in her constituency of South Northamptonshire. Only 54% of her constituents received all eight essential checks last year. The total cost to the NHS is £10.7 billion, with 60% spent on complications such as heart failure, amputations, strokes, and heart attacks. She emphasizes that early detection can prevent these complications.']
Specific Asks
['The speaker asks for an end to the postcode lottery in diabetes treatment, greater access to technology like hybrid closed loop systems, awareness of type 1 diabetes treatments in schools, expansion of early testing for type 1 diabetes, national roll-out of new drugs such as teplizumab and increased support for those at risk of T1DE (disordered eating).']
Opposition Day
23 June 2026
General Debate
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Armed Forces Act 2026 - Amendments 2, 3, 4, 88, and 89
02 June 2026
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Health and Social Care Bill
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Middle East: Economic Response
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Ministerial Statement
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Climate Change (Political Declaration) Bill - Amendment moved by the Leader of the Opposition
21 May 2026
Bill Debate
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High Speed 2 Reset
19 May 2026
Ministerial Statement
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Referral of Prime Minister to Committee of Privileges
28 April 2026
General Debate
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Type 1 Diabetes Screening (Children)
14 April 2026
General Debate
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Proposes a national programme to screen for type 1 diabetes in children to improve early diagnosis, reduce DKA rates, and provide families with better preparation. Emphasises the importance of identif...
Middle East
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Ministerial Statement
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Attendance
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37.3% of votes
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36.1% of votes
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01 Jul 2026
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Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
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01 Jul 2026
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Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 80
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Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
01 Jul 2026
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Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
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24 Jun 2026
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Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
Noes: 93
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24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 323
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Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
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Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
Ayes: 332
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23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
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23 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
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23 Jun 2026
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Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
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22 Jun 2026
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
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Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
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Failed
17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 144
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17 Jun 2026
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National Security (State Threats) Bill: Allocation of Time motion
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17 Jun 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Security (State Threats) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 85
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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
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
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
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
VOTED NO
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
03 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Draft Medical Devices (Fees Amendment) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 294
Noes: 108
Passed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
27 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED AYE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
1
PMQs Asked
30
Ministerial Questions Asked
43
House of Commons Debates Involved
1
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
83
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1370 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
-73% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+120% above average
This MP:
30
Average:
13.7
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-60% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+788% above average
This MP:
43
Average:
4.8
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.4
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+6% above average
This MP:
73.5
Average:
69.5
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 Sarah Bool's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.