Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Wes Streeting and Patricia Ferguson

Monday 19th October 2026 Commons Chamber

[Wes Streeting]

We certainly support our reservists—they have an important part to play in our national defence. I will take the hon. Member’s question as yet another supportive submission to the Budget process on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. I can say confidently to the House that those Budget representations fall on very sympathetic ears with this Chancellor.

[Patricia Ferguson (Glasgow West) (Lab)]

11. What steps he is taking to protect British interests in the High North.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Wes Streeting and Patricia Ferguson

Tuesday 25th March 2025 Commons Chamber

[Wes Streeting]

The Chancellor took almost immediate action to deliver the uplift in pay for NHS staff that they deserve. We are working closely with the Royal College of Nursing, Unison and others ensure that we tackle the challenges of low pay in the nursing profession that the hon. Member describes.

[Patricia Ferguson (Glasgow West) (Lab)]

T5. Since being elected, I have been contacted by a number of constituents registered with a GP in Scotland who find themselves unable to get medication for which they have a prescription while visiting England. Will my hon. Friend take steps to encourage NHS England and NHS Scotland to work together to find a solution that works for patients?