Tan Dhesi
MP for Slough
Lab
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The British people should be under no illusion that the nation faces a significantly increased threat level, especially from Russia, but also that we have a US leadership for whom European security is no longer a focus or a priority. That is why it is imperative that we invest in our armed forces in the here and now, rather than being sorry later. Indeed, defence is definitely one area where vibes alone just will not be enough. Rather than kicking the can down the road, waiting for a fiscal event in a future year, will the Prime Minister urgently commit to charting a pathway to reaching 3% of GDP being spent on defence by 2030? As his Chancellor rightly noted, that is critical to keeping our country safe.
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The MP emphasizes the increased threat level from Russia and the changing priorities of the US leadership, urging the Prime Minister to commit to reaching 3% of GDP on defence spending by 2030.
Andy Burnham
I have made that commitment, I have made it very clearly, and I have done so for a considerable time. I was in Ukraine last week for a very specific reason: to repeat it on the world stage. My hon. Friend can be absolutely sure of that. Alongside our commitment to defence, we also have to build the resilience of Britain. We need to ensure that the maximum amount of the funding committed to the defence investment plan goes back into the reindustrialisation of our communities. We should do more to maintain sovereign manufacturing and production capability here, and that will be a theme of my Government. We will make sure that British taxpayers' money goes to supporting industry in our own country, to make us more resilient going into the future.
Assessment
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Session: PMQs 2026-09-02
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Last week, the Prime Minister warned that NATO needs to be ready for an attack from Russia by 2030. Indeed, we have an increasingly belligerent, expansionist and imperialist Russian leadership to our east and a Donald Trump US leadership to our west, for whom Ukraine and European security are not a priority, so we need to meet the moment. To his credit, the Prime Minister has increased defence spending since taking power, but the House of Commons Defence Committee is adamant that we need to spend 3% of GDP on defence. When the Prime Minister signs off on decisions in the defence investment plan, which I hope—touch wood—will be published imminently, will he agree to that 3% GDP spend on defence?
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The House of Commons Defence Committee has called for a 3% GDP spend on defence. NATO needs to be ready for an attack from Russia by 2030, and the current leadership in Russia is described as belligerent and expansionist.
Keir Starmer
My hon. Friend is right to raise the concerns that we have. We have increased defence spending, and the defence investment plan is going to be set out very soon and before the NATO summit, which is in just a few weeks' time.
Assessment
The specific commitment to 3% GDP spend on defence was not addressed.
Session: PMQs
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Thanks to our policies, we now face the highest tax burden and biggest drop in disposable income since WWII. We also suffered tens of billions lost on a test and trace system that was not fit for purpose, along with crony covid contracts. When will he help us recover some of this money so striking nurses and teachers can get the decent wage they deserve?
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The Prime Minister's policies have led to the highest tax burden since World War II, wasted taxpayer money on ineffective test and trace systems, and crony covid contracts. Taxpayers feel betrayed.
Rishi Sunak
We are in intensive talks with the Royal College of Nursing to find a way forward. The hon. Gentleman should back our minimum service laws if he cares about working people.
Assessment
Recovering wasted taxpayer funds, decent wages for public servants
Backing Minimum Service Laws
Session: PMQs
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When my grandmother was on her deathbed, we were not allowed to comfort her; I could not carry her coffin. My uncle's funeral and my brother-in-law's father's passing in a care home due to covid were also painful experiences under these restrictions. After such sacrifices, it disgusted me when government ministers defended their guidance as 'time to move on'. They should be ashamed for not showing integrity and firing the chief adviser who flouted rules.
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The questioner describes personal experiences of losing loved ones without proper mourning due to public health restrictions. He criticizes government ministers for defending such measures, suggesting hypocrisy.
Boris Johnson
The Government sympathises deeply with those who have lost loved ones during the pandemic. We aim to minimise human suffering and loss of life, apologising for any endured suffering but noting that actions cannot reverse past losses.
Assessment
Specific apology or action requested by the questioner was not addressed
Sympathises With Those Who Have Lost Loved Ones
Minimising Human Suffering
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Many constituents, especially those emanating from the Punjab and other parts of India, were horrified, as I was, to see footage of water cannon, tear gas and brute force being used against peacefully protesting farmers. However, it was heart-warming to see those very farmers feeding those forces who had been ordered to beat or suppress them. What indomitable spirit—it takes a special kind of people to do that. Will the Prime Minister convey to the Indian Prime Minister our heartfelt anxieties and our hopes for a speedy resolution to the current deadlock? Does he agree that everyone has a fundamental right to peaceful protest?
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Horrifying footage of water cannons and tear gas being used against peacefully protesting Indian farmers has caused concern among constituents with connections to Punjab.
Boris Johnson
Of course. Our view, as the hon. Gentleman knows well, is that we have serious concerns about what is happening between India and Pakistan, but these are pre-eminently matters for those two Governments to settle. I know that he appreciates that point.
Assessment
The Prime Minister did not explicitly agree with the right to peaceful protest or convey concerns to the Indian PM.
Deflection
Session: PMQs
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Given Russian threats, can my right hon. Friend assure allies at the Ankara summit with a clear pathway to reaching 3.5% of GDP for defence spending by 2035?
Context
The Prime Minister will attend NATO in Ankara without a clear path to the 3.5% commitment.
Dan Jarvis
I respect the Chair's comments and agree that we need to prioritise defence spending at the next spending review, aiming for a clear trajectory towards 3.5% of GDP by 2035.
Session: Russia Level of Threat to UK 2026-07-06
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For my Slough constituents, the crisis in Iran and the naval blockade have had a profound impact on household budgets. What measures are the Government taking to invest in cheap, clean, home-grown energy so that my Slough constituents can be protected from those spikes in the cost of living?
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The question arises from the impact of the crisis in Iran on household budgets, highlighting previous failures to invest adequately.
Ed Miliband
My hon. Friend is absolutely right. The central fact that we cannot get away from is that we are price takers not price makers when it comes to oil and gas, and that is the fundamental contradiction at the heart of where the Opposition are. We are going to drive further and faster on clean power, including electrification across the economy.
Session: Clean Power
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Some hon. Members have advocated for defence bonds. The Defence Committee has examined various defence financing options, including a defence, security and resilience bank—the Canadians have stolen a march on us, even though the idea was developed by a former British Army officer. There are multilateral defence mechanisms, and other nations have opted for a loosening of the fiscal rules just for defence. Obviously, these are not either/or options, but given the increased threats and the level of volatility, we must accelerate investment in defence to 3% GDP spend in this Parliament. Given that context, what options and course of action are the Government pursuing? We cannot keep plodding along at the current pace; we must meet the moment.
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The MP is concerned about the UK's ability to accelerate defence spending amid increased threats and volatility.
John Healey
With all due respect—and I have a great deal of respect for my hon. Friend—the biggest increase in defence spending since the cold war is hardly the plodding path he describes. The Prime Minister said in his Munich speech that we must build our hard power, because that is the currency of the age. We know that we must spend more faster.
Session: Defence Bonds
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Ministers were all over the airwaves this weekend saying two things: first, that they would like to see a de-escalation of the conflict in the middle east; and, secondly, that they would like to see the strait of Hormuz secured for shipping. Why on earth does the Secretary of State think that those two aims are mutually exclusive? If they are mutually exclusive, how can he achieve both?
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There is a debate on whether securing the strait of Hormuz and de-escalating conflict in the middle east are mutually exclusive goals.
John Healey
Quite simply, we will do so by making a major contribution, as we are, to discussions about any multinational plans that may be put in place to safeguard for the future the commercial shipping that is the lifeline both of the international economy and of international security.
Session: Middle East UK Armed Forces Personnel
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Does the Minister agree that it is crucial for the Executive and this Government to work collaboratively to share knowledge and best practice so that we improve outcomes for patients?
Context
The Government promised to cut NHS waiting lists.
Matthew Patrick
I agree with my hon. Friend. He is right to highlight that, just recently, England had the second best monthly fall in waiting lists for 15 years. In Northern Ireland, the 70,000-appointments target has been surpassed and we have hit 200,000 additional appointments. I am pleased with the work of the Northern Ireland Health Minister Mike Nesbitt on that. The UK Government are committed to sharing best practice with those in the Northern Ireland Executive to continue that work.
Session: Public Services
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What discussions have you had with the Northern Ireland Executive on improving public services?
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The Northern Ireland Executive faces challenges in improving public services.
Matthew Patrick
Public services in Northern Ireland can and should be better. The Government are backing the Northern Ireland Executive every step of the way, starting with a record £19.3 billion settlement. Of course there is more to do and we will continue to work with the Executive to do it.
Session: Public Services
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Many of my more senior constituents are concerned about their finances and winter fuel payments, especially those just above the threshold. In Slough, 1,688 households are currently eligible for pension credit but not claiming this vital benefit, so what steps is the Department taking to increase the uptake and ensure that those who are not eligible are not left out in the cold?
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The MP is concerned about pensioners in Slough who are eligible for but not claiming pension credit.
Emma Reynolds
I place on record my thanks to the 160 local authorities that have worked with the Department for Work and Pensions to raise awareness of applying for pension credit, and also to the various charities around the country that have worked with us. The number of people claiming pension credit has doubled—a record number—and we are processing those claims at pace.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will Ukraine now be allowed to use those Storm Shadow missiles given the continuous bombing and presence of North Korean troops?
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Concerns about the current restrictions on using Storm Shadow missiles to defend against Russian aggression.
John Healey
I say again that I will not compromise operational security and comment on the details of long-range systems today. The Prime Minister has been clear—as I am being to the House—that we must double down on the support to Ukraine, give it the support it needs and do so for as long as it takes.
Session: Ukraine
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What practical steps are the Government taking to ensure that high streets such as ours, in Slough, are revived?
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Doors are closing, businesses are struggling, and antisocial behaviour is rising in Slough.
Gareth Thomas
We set out a five-point plan when we were in opposition to help with the revival of high streets and will work on bringing forward that plan, though more detail will be seen in the small business strategy Command Paper next year.
Session: Topical Questions
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Many people in my constituency are grateful for the £25m community diagnostic centre but are concerned that the local trust may be contracting out services for MRI scans. Does the Minister agree that instead of just outsourcing, trusts should increase expertise and capacity in-house?
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A community diagnostic centre will help reduce waiting lists, but there are concerns about outsourcing MRI scan services.
Andrew Gwynne
We are committed to expanding community diagnostic capacity but also clear that independent sector providers have a role as trusted partners to recover elective services.
Session: Topical Questions
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Will the review condemn China's recent aggressive manoeuvres in the Indo-Pacific region, and what are the government doing to work with allies to de-escalate tensions?
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China launched military drills around Taiwan.
John Healey
The strategic defence review will include serious analysis of the Indo-Pacific region. The government is committed to building on previous commitments made by the former government, consulting military veterans, industry experts, and all parties in Parliament.
Session: Strategic Defence Review
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The Slough Observer, the Slough Express, BBC Radio Berkshire, Asian Star Radio and other such local media outlets are the glue that binds and builds our Slough community, holding to account local councillors, MPs and officials, and placing a local focus on national issues. However, the Tories have neglected local news. In 2019 the Cairncross review highlighted the serious challenges facing local journalism, but to date the Government have taken no significant action. Their lack of support, coupled with low wages and job insecurity, is forcing talented journalists out of local news.
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Local media outlets like the Slough Observer and BBC Radio Berkshire are crucial for community binding, accountability, and focusing national issues locally. The Cairncross review highlighted serious challenges facing local journalism.
Julia Lopez
Since we are doing some name checks, let me pay tribute to The Havering Daily, Time FM and the Romford Recorder. I think the hon. Gentleman must have missed the Digital Markets Act 2022 and the key recommendation of the Cairncross review, which identified the lack of balance in the relationship between publishers and dominant platforms. We brought that recommendation to the House and it was passed. That was our main effort to protect local journalism, but of course it was not our only effort. We also provided business tax relief for local journalism offices, we support the BBC's local democracy reporting scheme, we have protected public notices income, we are looking at how we use Government advertising spend, and we are speaking to the teams about what else we can do.
Session: Local Journalism
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Alongside the despair and financial pressures faced by small businesses, the British Poultry Council recently reported that unreciprocated EU border checks have unfairly saddled UK exporters with £55 million a year in extra costs, while their EU counterparts pay absolutely nothing. Does the Minister agree that this Government's failure to negotiate a fair sanitary and phytosanitary agreement with the EU has directly undermined British businesses and exposed our exporters to severe competitive disadvantages?
Context
The MP references a report from the British Poultry Council stating that UK exporters face £55 million in extra costs annually due to unreciprocated EU border checks. He argues that this is unfair and undermines UK businesses.
Kevin Hollinrake
We aim for a fair playing field but require necessary border checks. We do not support dynamic alignment with EU rules as it would lock us into permanent adherence, which we oppose.
Session: Small Businesses Non-financial Reporting Requirements
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The Prime Minister recently announced an extraordinary round of honours, which many described as lacking integrity and bringing the system into disrepute. It included a donor who had donated £5 million to the Conservative party, and four Conservative MPs loyal to the Prime Minister. In the run-up to a general election that he is widely tipped to lose, what could possibly be the justification for the Prime Minister announcing and recommending a round of honours outside of the traditional King's birthday list?
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Tan Dhesi inquired about the justification for the Prime Minister announcing a round of honours outside traditional lists, amid concerns over integrity and timing.
Alex Burghart
I thank the hon. Member for Slough for turning up. I refer him to the answer I gave a few moments ago.
Session: Nominations for Honours Scrutiny
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What recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of his Department's processes for scrutinising nominations for honours. Many described recent honours as lacking integrity and bringing disrepute to the system, including a donor who donated £5 million to the Conservative party and four loyal Conservative MPs.
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Tan Dhesi questioned the adequacy of processes for scrutinising honours nominations, referencing concerns about recent announcements and integrity.
Alex Burghart
It looks like the Member who tabled No. 10 is not out of bed. A validation process is carried out to assess the strength and credibility of each nomination. We protect the integrity of the honours system by carrying out probity checks with a number of Government Departments before the Prime Minister submits names to His Majesty the King for approval.
Session: Nominations for Honours Scrutiny
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Last year, they rejected the recommendations and warnings of the Competition and Markets Authority to strengthen legislation and protect consumers from illegal reselling practices in the secondary ticketing market. Will the Minister concede that the problem has got much worse for fans? When will the Government finally put a stop to that?
Context
The MP highlighted that the government has not acted in the interest of fans when it comes to ticket touting and cited the rejection of recommendations by the Competition and Markets Authority.
Julia Lopez
I disagree with the hon. Gentleman. The Government brought in the Consumer Rights Act 2015, which was strengthened by the Digital Economy Act 2017, which brought in anti-bots regulation that dealt with some of those secondary ticketing issues. It is a tricky problem to solve. We are trying to do so through those regulations, but if there is more that we can do, we will look into that.
Session: Music Industry Ticket Prices
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What discussions her Department has had with the music industry on taking steps to help reduce ticket prices. Last year, they rejected the recommendations and warnings of the Competition and Markets Authority to strengthen legislation and protect consumers from illegal reselling practices in the secondary ticketing market. Will the Minister concede that the problem has got much worse for fans? When will the Government finally put a stop to that?
Context
The MP noted concerns about ticket prices in the music industry, citing recommendations from the Competition and Markets Authority to strengthen legislation against illegal reselling practices.
Julia Lopez
I disagree with the hon. Gentleman. The Government brought in the Consumer Rights Act 2015, which was strengthened by the Digital Economy Act 2017, which brought in anti-bots regulation that dealt with some of those secondary ticketing issues. It is a tricky problem to solve. We are trying to do so through those regulations, but if there is more that we can do, we will look into that.
Session: Music Industry Ticket Prices
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The Government have achieved only 5,900 of the promised 20,000 new prison places, resulting in them having to release prisoners up to 60 days early to alleviate overcrowding. How does the Secretary of State reconcile this with the Conservative promise of being tough on crime?
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The MP criticises the government for failing to deliver on promised prison places, leading to early release of prisoners.
Alex Chalk
We have opened Five Wells, Fosse Way prisons and Millsike is under construction. New houseblocks are being added in various locations to increase capacity. The rapid deployment cells provide additional space for offenders serving short sentences. This addresses the challenge of prison overcrowding.
Session: Topical Questions
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Why is the Government burdening British businesses with more bureaucracy and red tape through 'Not for EU' labelling?
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The question was prompted by concerns expressed in meetings with UK corporate headquarters about the negative impact of new labelling requirements on businesses, reducing choice and raising prices.
Steve Barclay
First, let me say that there is a consultation taking place, so there is discussion on this. Secondly, £50 million has already been allocated as transitional support. Thirdly, particularly for colleagues in Northern Ireland, it is important that, far from restricting choice, we maintain it.
Session: “Not for EU” Labelling
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What recent conversations has the Secretary of State had with supermarkets about keeping the cost of food down?
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Highlights the cost of living crisis affecting households in Wales, citing a Which? survey finding that one in five working-age parents is skipping meals due to high food prices.
David Davies
I hope the hon. Gentleman will recognise and welcome the fact that, as a result of the policies being pursued by this Government, inflation has fallen from more than 11% to about 4%. I hope he will also agree that workers throughout Wales will be very pleased with the cut in national insurance contributions, which means that on average they will be £642 better off.
Session: Cost of Living
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This week, the Financial Times reported the most significant decline in UK trade volumes since 1997. With a 7.4% drop in trade since 2018 and exports down by 12.4%, how has 14 years of Conservative rule prepared British businesses for their despair around extra red tape and the chaos unleashed by this Tory hard Brexit policy?
Context
A recent Financial Times report showed a significant decline in UK trade volumes since the EU referendum.
Kemi Badenoch
I think the hon. Gentleman has just time-travelled from 2018 or 2019—it has been a long time since I have heard the phrase “hard Brexit”. He will of course know that we left the European Union with a deal, so he needs to catch up with what has actually happened.
Session: EU Withdrawal Impact on Businesses
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The Government's promise to protect music creators from the potential negative impacts of artificial intelligence relied on a deal between tech companies and the music industry. However, it emerged earlier this month that those discussions have collapsed. Will the Secretary of State admit that their plan has failed, and say what the Government are going to do about it to support the creative sector?
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MP Tan Dhesi is concerned about the collapse of discussions between tech companies and the music industry regarding artificial intelligence.
Lucy Frazer
I wish Labour Members would actually read our White Paper on AI, because in that paper we recognise the importance of this issue and the importance of protecting the creative industries. The White Paper sets out what we are doing about transparency, which is a key issue.
Session: Topical Questions
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Small and medium-sized enterprises are a vital part of a thriving global economy, yet 49% of British SMEs say that they lack the time or resources to sell internationally. They are being hindered by complex regulation, insufficient access to funding and inadequate Government guidance. That is why Labour has launched the small business export taskforce with the Federation of Small Businesses to listen to business needs and address them head-on. What is the Minister doing to support hard-working SMEs in navigating the Government's complex web of regulatory requirements and help unleash this untapped entrepreneurial potential?
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The MP notes that small and medium-sized enterprises face challenges such as complex regulation, insufficient access to funding, and inadequate Government guidance. Labour has launched a taskforce with the Federation of Small Businesses.
Kevin Hollinrake
We have 73 free trade agreements, including the comprehensive and progressive agreement for trans-Pacific partnership. The export support service, international trade advisers, and export champions also help SMEs export to other parts of the world.
Session: SMEs Access to Finance
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In light of the shocking revelation that only 2% of the tip-offs received by the Government's covid fraud hotline are being actively pursued, can the Secretary of State explain to an increasingly despairing nation what steps the Government are taking to recover every single penny of that fraudulently claimed taxpayer money?
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Only 2% of the tip-offs received by the Government's covid fraud hotline are being actively pursued.
Oliver Dowden
That is precisely why we set up the Public Sector Fraud Authority and I can update the House that in its first year it met more than double its target. In addition, there are both civil and criminal investigations ongoing to bring every person responsible to justice if they have defrauded the taxpayer.
Session: Topical Questions
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I am deeply saddened by the death of our dear friend Sir Tony Lloyd. I fear that the Procurement Act will allow for the same horrific waste of taxpayers' money and the approach to public procurement that we experienced during the pandemic. Can the Minister explain why small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly being sidelined from access to public procurement?
Context
Concerns arise regarding the Procurement Act 2023 potentially allowing for similar issues seen during the pandemic, such as bias towards certain companies over local businesses.
Alex Burghart
I have to take issue with a number of the hon. Gentleman's points. The idea, constantly repeated by Opposition Members, that there was special consideration for individual companies is not accurate. Everyone who applied for a contract went through the same process.
Session: Public Procurement Covid-19
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My constituents often have to wait months to elicit a response for their asylum or Home Office queries. Given the Conservative Government's persistent failure to effectively manage the asylum system, resulting in a backlog of almost 100,000 cases and the excessive use of expensive hotels, does the Home Secretary not feel that now is the time to adopt Labour's comprehensive plan, which would end the use of expensive hotels within 12 months and significantly reduce the backlog?
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The Conservative Government is criticised for failing to manage the asylum system effectively, resulting in a backlog and excessive use of hotels.
Tom Pursglove
I think the hon. Gentleman means Labour's non-existent plan. The fact is that last year, we made 112,000 initial decisions; if the hon. Gentleman has specific cases that he wishes to raise with me as the Minister, I am very happy to have a look at those, but the productivity improvements that we saw last year carry through a lot of learning as we now get on and deal with the backlog. A lot of positive work has gone on, and he should recognise that point.
Session: Topical Questions
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After more than a decade, when does the Transport Secretary expect the first spade to be dug into the ground to build the No.1 infrastructure priority of the Thames Valley region?
Context
The western rail link to Heathrow was announced in 2012, but construction has not yet begun.
Huw Merriman
We are determined to see private sector involvement in railways continue, but no specific timeline is provided.
Session: Topical Questions
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Why have the Secretary of State and this Conservative Government allowed water companies to increase my constituents' bills substantially and pay out millions in executive bonuses, while failing to regulate the industry's rampant pollution and the dumping of raw sewage in our waterways, in stark contrast to Labour's commitment to hold those companies accountable?
Steve Barclay
Let us look behind the rhetoric. Given that the Leader of the Opposition keeps telling us that he wants the Labour Government in Wales to be his blueprint, it is probably worth our taking a look at Labour's record in this respect. Under Labour in Wales, the average number of spills from storm overflows last year was 66% higher than the average in England. We have introduced unlimited fines and tougher regulation, and we have set strong targets in legislation. We can see what Labour in power would deliver—we can see it in Wales: a 66% increase in storm overflows.
Session: Topical Questions
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What immediate steps will the Department take to provide stability and ensure UK businesses can excel in exporting under agreements like the CPTPP?
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A recent failure with the UK government's export website has raised concerns about support for businesses under CPTPP.
Kemi Badenoch
The export support service website, praised by businesses, has an expert toolkit developed with business and trade officials. Labour's plan lacks detail, while the Conservative party is focused on removing export barriers for UK businesses.
Session: CPTPP Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
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Given the UK's decline under this Government to seventh place behind the US and Germany in attracting green investment as per Ernst and Young's analysis, what urgent steps is the Secretary of State taking to boost our competitiveness in green industries?
Context
The UK has fallen to seventh place behind the US and Germany in attracting green investment according to Ernst & Young's analysis.
Graham Stuart
The hypocrisy and the ignorance coming from the Labour party is extraordinary. We have decarbonised more than any major economy on this earth and we will decarbonise more to 2030, and we are doing it by unlocking a level of investment into renewable energy double that we have seen in the United States. So, Labour can take its selective facts and put them where the sun don't shine.
Session: Topical Questions
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Does the Secretary of State agree with me that this shows a shameful disregard for people's lives and callous decision making at the heart of Government?
Context
The MP references shocking revelations from the COVID-19 inquiry, including quotes from Sir Patrick Vallance's diary and allegations about the PM's decision-making.
Oliver Dowden
I should say from the outset that I simply do not recognise that characterisation, but that is the whole point of the inquiry. This Government set up the inquiry, for the sake of the victims and the nation, to get to the bottom of what was an unprecedented crisis not just here, but around the world. We have been totally open and transparent with that inquiry. We have given it over 56,000 pieces of evidence.
Session: Covid-19 Departmental Effectiveness
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What recent assessment has been made of the effectiveness of his Department during the covid-19 pandemic?
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The MP references ongoing discussions and assessments regarding the effectiveness of government departments, particularly in managing the COVID-19 crisis.
Oliver Dowden
The Cabinet Office played a crucial role in co-ordinating the cross-Government response to the pandemic, and we continue to learn lessons from it. Last year, the Cabinet Office published the resilience framework, an ambitious, wide-reaching and long-term plan that is already working to strengthen our national resilience.
Session: Covid-19 Departmental Effectiveness
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Why, within two weeks of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, nearly 100 tonnes of aid was delivered there, yet since the Israel-Hamas war broke out more than a month ago, only 50 tonnes has been delivered by the RAF? Can the Secretary of State explain why this discrepancy exists?
Context
Following an earthquake in Turkey and Syria, nearly 100 tonnes of RAF aid was delivered within two weeks. In contrast, only 50 tonnes has been delivered by the RAF since the Israel-Hamas war began a month ago.
Grant Shapps
The difference is a war zone. When I said that we had delivered “to the country”, I meant, of course, to Egypt. From there we have to get the aid across the Rafah crossing, which, for all the reasons of complexity, is not always open or available. There are many restrictions to getting that aid in, but I am working very hard on that. The problem is not a lack of resource; we have put in £30 million, more than doubling the existing £27 million, and I can assure the hon. Gentleman that there are further flights leaving later this month.
Session: RAF Aid Flights to the Middle East
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I wish to draw your attention, Mr Speaker, to a very distressing case in my Slough constituency. A single mother, a victim of domestic violence, is struggling to pay her rent and meet basic needs due to cuts in her universal credit after being compelled to find part-time work. Her living conditions, including mould in her home, are very badly affecting the health of her children. Will the Secretary of State explain how current policies are helping to support such vulnerable families, and what immediate measures will he put in place to ensure that we do not have such dire situations of destitution?
Context
A single mother in Slough, a victim of domestic violence, faces severe poverty and health issues for her children due to cuts in universal credit.
Mel Stride
I cannot comment on the specific case that the hon. Gentleman has put forward, other than to say that what he has described is of concern to me and I will want us to look into that extremely carefully. I will be happy to make sure that he has the appropriate time with the appropriate Minister—I think the Minister for Employment—to look into those matters.
Session: Destitution Children
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I wish to draw your attention, Mr Speaker, to a very distressing case in my Slough constituency. A single mother, a victim of domestic violence, is struggling to pay her rent and meet basic needs due to cuts in her universal credit after being compelled to find part-time work. Her living conditions, including mould in her home, are very badly affecting the health of her children. Will the Secretary of State explain how current policies are helping to support such vulnerable families, and what immediate measures will he put in place to ensure that we do not have such dire situations of destitution?
Context
The question arises from the increasing number of children experiencing destitution in the UK, with a single mother case in Slough highlighted as an example.
Mel Stride
I cannot comment on the specific case that the hon. Gentleman has put forward, other than to say that what he has described is of concern to me and I will want us to look into that extremely carefully. I will be happy to make sure that he has the appropriate time with the appropriate Minister—I think the Minister for Employment—to look into those matters.
Session: Destitution Children
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What meetings has he had with Heathrow airport, Thames Valley chamber of commerce and other stakeholders to progress the vital 4 mile rail link between Slough and Heathrow? He highlighted previous commitments and lack of tangible action.
Context
The Western Rail Link is crucial for connecting Slough and Heathrow. Despite long-standing Government commitment, no progress has been made.
Huw Merriman
Thanking Tan Dhesi for championing rail projects, the Minister mentions that post-pandemic changes have impacted Heathrow's ability to pre-fund 50% of the project. The Government supports private enterprise-funded rail investments like Network North.
Session: Western Rail Link to Heathrow
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What assessment has he made of the adequacy of progress on constructing the Western Rail Link to Heathrow? He highlighted that despite long-standing commitment, there is no tangible progress and asked for an update.
Context
Tan Dhesi has long championed the Western Rail Link, which would connect 20% of the UK population to Heathrow airport. The Government committed to it over a decade ago but no progress has been made.
Huw Merriman
The Government remains committed to improving rail access to Heathrow airport. The promoters are updating their proposal to ensure projects reflect the changed shape of rail demand and are affordable.
Session: Western Rail Link to Heathrow
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According to the latest figures, over 6,400 Crown court cases have been waiting more than two years. What does the Attorney General say to victims experiencing delays?
Context
Over 6,400 Crown court cases waiting more than two years to be heard, causing victim attrition.
Victoria Prentis
Any attrition is too high, and we want to make sure that we support victims to enable them to continue to bring their cases. That is why we have put in place about 800 independent sexual violence advisers.
Session: Crown Prosecution Service Access to Justice
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What recent assessment has been made of the effectiveness of the Crown Prosecution Service in ensuring access to justice for victims of crime?
Context
Concern over the effectiveness of the CPS in ensuring justice for crime victims.
Victoria Prentis
The Government are committed to ensuring that victims are treated fairly and compassionately. We know that joined-up working across the criminal justice system works, and we know that supporting victims makes a real difference.
Session: Crown Prosecution Service Access to Justice
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People are finding it nigh-on impossible to see their GP when they need to. Labour has pledged to guarantee face-to-face appointments when people want them by training more NHS GPs but under the Tories, a two-tier healthcare system is emerging where some are forced to pay to be seen quicker while those that cannot afford it are left behind in agony. Why have the Conservatives broken their promise made in 2019 to deliver 6,000 more GPs, and when will this GP crisis finally be resolved?
Context
The question stems from constituents' difficulties in accessing GP services, highlighting a two-tier healthcare system where some pay for quicker appointments while others cannot afford it.
Steve Barclay
There is a two-tier approach within the UK, between what is going on with the NHS in Wales and what is going on in England. We have more appointments, more staff—over 2,000 more doctors and over 31,000 additional roles—and more tech, with £240 million invested in delivering the digital telephony and the online booking system so that we can get patients to the right level of care with an appointment as part of our commitment to 50 million more appointments in primary care.
Session: Access to Primary Care
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Disability Benefits
26 March 2024
Responding: Mims Davies
Main Concerns
["I am concerned about the state of disability benefits in our nation and how successive Conservative Governments have undermined social security. My Slough constituent, Monika, was required to undergo a health assessment for PIP after appealing against discrepancies in her previous report. Her assessment was delayed by a month due to ill health and she is facing another appeal which she dreads. There are 288,000 outstanding PIP claims as of October 2023. Labour believes that the current system does not work for many disabled people and has pledged to introduce the 'into work guarantee'. Nationwide, 37.7% of PIP claims are due to psychiatric disorders, reflecting the Conservative Government's failure on mental health policies over the past 14 years."]
Specific Asks
["Labour is committed to reforming disability benefits by introducing the 'into work guarantee', which allows claimants to agree with their benefits adviser that if they try paid work and it does not work out, within a period of one year, they can return to the exact benefits they were on without fresh health assessments. I ask the Minister to clarify how the extra funding announced for processing disability claims in the Budget will be used to reduce delays."]
Debt in Africa — [Martin Vickers in the Chair]
21 November 2023
Responding: Anne-Marie Trevelyan
Main Concerns
["I am extremely concerned about the escalating debt crisis in African countries. More than half of the continent's low-income developing countries are either in debt distress or on the brink of it, with this figure having doubled since 2015. Looking ahead to 2024 and 2025, those countries will face debt repayments six times higher than their total debt servicing in 2021 due to factors such as the covid-19 pandemic and global tensions like Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In the middle east and north Africa region, public debt has increased significantly; for example, Tunisia's public debt rose from 43% of GDP in 2010 to 80% in 2021, and Egypt's from 70% to 90%. This crisis impacts women disproportionately, leading to reduced governmental investment in vital public services such as healthcare and education."]
Specific Asks
['I ask the Government what steps are being taken to work with international partners to address the debt crisis facing African countries, including bilateral, multilateral, and private creditors. I also seek clarification on proactive measures to engage private creditors and prevent them from exploiting official debt relief initiatives. Additionally, I call for comprehensive strategies aligning debt relief with climate change mitigation and adaptation, as well as efforts towards long-term economic stability and social wellbeing in African countries.']
In-work Poverty
28 June 2023
Responding: Guy Opperman
Main Concerns
['The MP is concerned about the increase in in-work poverty in the UK. Data from the Department for Work and Pensions shows that one in five people in the UK were in relative poverty in 2021-22, with after-housing-cost figures revealing that 71% of children and 57% of working-age adults who are in poverty are doing so despite being employed. The MP highlights the role of earnings stagnation, housing affordability issues, and high costs of living as contributing factors to this problem. They also mention that six out of ten people supported by Slough food bank are on universal credit and many are employed, indicating the failure of current policies in addressing poverty among working individuals.']
Specific Asks
['The MP calls for a focus on breaking the cycle of poverty, ensuring respect and dignity within social security systems, making it easier to own homes and raise families, and reducing reliance on food banks. They advocate for an economy that works for everyone rather than embedding poverty through low-paid insecure work.']
Affordable Homes Programme — [Mr Philip Hollobone in the Chair]
25 April 2023
Responding: Lee Rowley
Main Concerns
["Mr Tan Dhesi is concerned about the urgent need for affordable housing in Slough and across the country. He notes that despite the Government's ambitious Affordable Homes Programme aiming to build 180,000 new homes outside London by March 2026, there has been a significant shortfall of 32,000 homes according to the National Audit Office (NAO). The NAO also highlights a 'high risk' of failing to meet targets on supported homes and rural areas. Dhesi cites Shelter's report stating that there are 1.4 million fewer households in social housing than there were in 1980, contributing to above-inflation increases in rents."]
Specific Asks
['Mr Tan Dhesi urges the Government to publish revised targets for the Affordable Homes Programme and address the risk factors such as construction costs inflation running at 15-30% around London. He calls on the Minister to provide reassurance regarding the quality, size, and environmental standards of new homes.']
Childcare: Affordability and Availability
20 December 2022
Responding: Claire Coutinho
Main Concerns
['I am concerned about the chronic lack of affordable and high-quality childcare in England. Parents are facing a 60% increase in childcare costs since 2010, with average earnings growing at only half that rate. This is particularly affecting women, who are increasingly being forced out of the workforce due to unaffordable childcare, leading to a 3% rise in non-working mothers in the last year alone. Childcare providers have also been closing at an alarming rate, with over 4,000 closures between March 2021 and 2022.']
Specific Asks
["I ask the Minister to commit to investing more than £2 billion in the childcare system and to ensure that parents are not forced to sacrifice meals or heating during winter months due to childcare costs. Additionally, I urge the Government to introduce universal primary breakfast clubs and invest in local children's centres rather than cutting them."]
Fire and Rehire Tactics — [Esther McVey in the Chair]
15 June 2022
Responding: Paul Scully
Main Concerns
["The hon. Member Tan Dhesi is concerned about the ongoing use of fire and rehire tactics by employers, affecting workers' rights and job security. He notes that over 15,000 members of the public have signed a petition against this practice. The MP highlights incidents such as P&O Ferries cutting jobs and British Airways threatening long-term employees during the pandemic, which he views as unacceptable."]
Specific Asks
["The hon. Member Tan Dhesi asks for urgent legislation to outlaw fire and rehire tactics and strengthen workers' rights. He calls on the Government to introduce a Bill that would effectively ban such practices rather than relying on consultations or weak statutory codes."]
Rail Services And Enhancement Pipeline Delay
26 April 2022
Main Concerns
["The industry players are severely hindered by the delayed enhancement pipeline document, leading to less investment in skills and technology. There is a distinct lack of accessibility in rail services. The government's decade-long mismanagement has not provided clarity on the future of rail under this administration. Despite the Williams-Schapps plan for rail consisting of 113 pages, it lacks necessary detail to guide day-to-day operations. Without competing on price, comfort or convenience, trains are rendered less appealing."]
Specific Asks
['When will the updated enhancement pipeline document be released? Will the government consider taking railways back into public ownership?']
Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices
19 January 2022
Responding: Paul Scully
Main Concerns
['The lead MP is concerned about the lack of progress on implementing recommendations from the Taylor review, which was published in July 2017. He highlights issues such as the explosion of the gig economy without proper rights or protections, immoral fire-and-rehire practices, a strained work-life balance, and limited protections for self-employed individuals. Additionally, he notes that one in two women and seven in ten LGBT+ workers have experienced sexual harassment at work.']
Specific Asks
['The lead MP asks the Minister to outline exactly how they plan to address key issues identified by the Taylor review and to explain why statutory sick pay has not been made a basic employment right for all workers, despite its recommendation.']
Children from Low-Income Families: Education Support — [Mr Philip Hollobone in the Chair]
30 June 2021
Responding: Vicky Ford
Main Concerns
["The speaker is concerned about the Conservative Government's failures in education during the pandemic, including school closures without a proper distance learning plan, delays in reopening schools, and insufficient funding for catch-up programmes. The number of pupils eligible for free school meals has increased by over 100,000 since October 2020, while support for these children has fallen. Schools have missed out on millions of pounds in additional funding due to changes in eligibility criteria for pupil premium support. Children from low-income families are already at a disadvantage, with only 25% receiving grades 9 to 5 in GCSE English and maths compared to 50% of other pupils."]
Specific Asks
['The speaker urges the government to invest adequately in education to ensure that children from low-income families do not miss out on opportunities. They call for a properly funded catch-up plan, stating that the current one will only reach 8% of pupils and less than half are on free school meals.']
Special Educational Needs — [Sir Edward Leigh in the Chair]
21 April 2021
Responding: Vicky Ford
Main Concerns
["Children with SEND have faced significant difficulties in accessing services during the pandemic. Delays in diagnosis and treatment, reduced access to schooling, and decreased support from charities and local authorities have left families feeling forgotten and overlooked. In Slough, only 0.34% of the population are coded as having a learning disability, significantly below the national average. The national target for health checks related to learning disabilities is 67%, but Slough currently reaches only 61.5% of those who are coded. Two-thirds of parents report that their child is not receiving support set out by law in their education, health and care plan (EHCP). Clive Lewis is concerned about the barriers faced by parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities in Norwich South. He highlights that it takes roughly two years for a child to get a diagnosis of ADHD or autism, resulting in significant delays in support provision. Only 20% of education, health, and care plans are completed within the Government's 20-week timescale, leaving many children struggling in mainstream schools or being excluded. He also mentions that paying privately for a faster diagnosis costs around £1,500."]
Specific Asks
['The Government must urgently address the backlog and delays in setting up support for children with SEND. There needs to be a dedicated plan to support these families as we emerge from lockdown, along with specific funding to address huge delays and backlogs.']
Defence Investment Plan
30 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Defence Investment Plan
10 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Murder of Henry Nowak
02 June 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Defence Readiness
20 May 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Strategic Defence Review: Funding
15 April 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
North Atlantic Submarine Activity
13 April 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Gurkha Veterans
26 March 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Rises to speak on the subject of support for Gurkha veterans and their dependants. Shares the story of Ghanendra Limbu, a Gurkha veteran who suffered severe injuries during his service in the Falkland...
Middle East: Defence
09 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Ministry of Defence
04 March 2026
General Debate
Led by this MP
Tan Dhesi, as Chair of the Defence Committee, emphasised the need for long-term strategic investment in defence to counter the increasing military threat from Russia and China. He criticised the UK's ...
Middle East
02 March 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Attendance
74.5%
73 of 98 votes
Aye Votes
28
28.6% of votes
No Votes
45
45.9% of votes
Abstentions
25
25.5% of votes
11 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
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 NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 65
Ayes: 166
Noes: 346
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 67
Ayes: 105
Noes: 410
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED NO
Representation of the People Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 88
Ayes: 85
Noes: 427
Failed
02 Sep 2026
VOTED AYE
Representation of the People Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 411
Noes: 102
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunal (Extension of Time Limits) (Miscellaneous Amendments and...
Ayes: 322
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED AYE
Employment Tribunals Extension of Jurisdiction (England and Wales) (Amendment...
Ayes: 318
Noes: 107
Passed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 80
Noes: 281
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 4
Ayes: 173
Noes: 282
Failed
01 Jul 2026
VOTED NO
Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill Committee: New Clause 5
Ayes: 177
Noes: 308
Failed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2026
Ayes: 323
Noes: 160
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Carbon Budget Order 2026
Ayes: 332
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipp...
Ayes: 329
Noes: 94
Passed
24 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
Ayes: 330
Noes: 93
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition day: Defence spending and readiness
Ayes: 108
Noes: 307
Failed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED AYE
Opposition Day Motion: Defence spending and readiness - Prime Minister's Amen...
Ayes: 294
Noes: 110
Passed
23 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Puberty blockers
Ayes: 112
Noes: 283
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 4
Ayes: 164
Noes: 311
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 11
Ayes: 104
Noes: 391
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: New Clause 22
Ayes: 74
Noes: 323
Failed
22 Jun 2026
VOTED NO
Armed Forces Bill Report Stage: Amendment 11
Ayes: 171
Noes: 322
Failed
17 Jun 2026
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
VOTED NO
Opposition Day: Protections for children from online harms
Ayes: 69
Noes: 279
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: Amendment 1
Ayes: 161
Noes: 272
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 2
Ayes: 156
Noes: 273
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 77
Noes: 280
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED NO
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill Committee: New Clause 3
Ayes: 73
Noes: 256
Failed
23 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Third Reading
Ayes: 361
Noes: 84
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) (Extension to Marit...
Ayes: 362
Noes: 107
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Local Government Finance Report (England) 2026-27
Ayes: 277
Noes: 143
Passed
11 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2...
Ayes: 279
Noes: 90
Passed
04 Feb 2026
VOTED AYE
Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2026
Ayes: 392
Noes: 116
Passed
5
PMQs Asked
170
Ministerial Questions Asked
252
House of Commons Debates Involved
10
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
98
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 1457 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
+37% above average
This MP:
5
Average:
3.7
Ministerial Questions
+1168% above average
This MP:
170
Average:
13.4
Westminster Hall Debates Led
+298% above average
This MP:
10
Average:
2.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+5085% above average
This MP:
252
Average:
4.9
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
9.5
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.5
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
+8% above average
This MP:
74.5
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 Tan Dhesi's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.