Speeches in Parliament

I was delighted to speak in favour of important amendments to the Animal Welfare (sentience) Bill during its report stage in the House of Commons. This Bill...

I was pleased to speak at the recent debate on the important Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. This Bill has been covered a lot in the media, and I was...

Sadly, we know that some children going through the care system suffer disruption and significant challenges as a result of the decisions taken on their behalf...

I was grateful to take part in Treasury Questions this afternoon, and was assured by the Minister's response (Simon Clarke MP, Chief Secretary to the Treasury)...

I was pleased to question the Secretary of State during the BBC Funding Debate that took place in Parliament this week. Whilst I agree that, as we look to the...

I was pleased to take part in Cabinet Office questions this morning. You can read my full exchange with the Minister below: David Simmonds I very much welcome...

I recently questioned the Minister responsible for the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme. My question was about ensuring local authorities like Hillingdon...

Following my visit to Harefield United, I raised the issue of grassroots sports clubs not being able to access the excellent sporting facilities in schools...

I was pleased to speak at the report stage of the Nationality and Borders Bill this week. I spoke about the UK’s long-standing reputation as a beacon of human...