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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 10 Dec 2025
Oral Answers to Questions

"Q5. Working in the NHS, I saw the consequences of Tory under-investment in our health service. I welcome the progress under this Labour Government: falling waiting lists, higher patient satisfaction with general practice and the roll-out of neighbourhood health centres announced in the Budget. I thank the frontline staff, including …..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 08 Dec 2025
Digital ID

"About 5,000 people from my constituency of Ashford have signed this petition. I recognise the benefits that the national digital identity scheme could bring; they have been debated in the media and elsewhere. However, if the Government are to go ahead with the scheme, Ministers must ensure that it is …..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 08 Dec 2025
Digital ID

"I need to carry on; I am sorry.

Constituents have also raised concerns about the security of a national ID scheme. This year, we have seen the impact that cyber-security breaches have had on some well-known brands. My constituents have expressed worry that a similar breach of a national ID …..."

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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 02 Dec 2025
Budget Resolutions

"I congratulate the Chancellor on delivering a Budget that protects the national health service, reduces the national debt and eases the cost of living. I warmly welcome her decision to find money to reduce energy bills, freeze rail fares and freeze prescription charges. I also welcome her decision to help …..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 19 Nov 2025
Suicide: Reducing the Stigma

"It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Mundell. I congratulate the hon. Member for Richmond Park (Sarah Olney) on securing this important debate, and I pay tribute to her constituent, who is in the Gallery to support this campaign.

It is important to reflect on the progress …..."

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 19 Nov 2025
Suicide: Reducing the Stigma

"As someone who worked in mental health services for 22 years, I absolutely agree. We need access to mental health services, and not just for young people; everyone is important. Getting help early is key to preventing suicide among young people.

The situation is worse among men working in the …..."

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 19 Nov 2025
Suicide: Reducing the Stigma

"I absolutely agree. Charities do a brilliant job. Youth groups in our communities used to be very good places for young people to go, and I would love to see them coming back into our communities.

Effective prevention means prioritising early intervention in schools, universities, workplaces and community settings, which …..."

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 19 Nov 2025
Suicide: Reducing the Stigma

"A recent study shows that many people are reaching out to artificial intelligence chatbots to seek mental health support. The Government are putting so many new initiatives in place; does the Minister agree that we need to publicise them more, so that people do not seek incorrect information from AI …..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 19 Nov 2025
Suicide: Reducing the Stigma

"Will the Minister give way?..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 17 Nov 2025
Illegal Waste: Organised Crime

"It took four years before statutory bodies did anything about the waste dumping in Hoad’s Wood near my constituency after it was originally reported. Can the Minister tell us more about how she hopes to work with local authorities such as mine in Ashford to ensure that immediate actions are …..."
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