Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Business and Trade)
LabourMP for East Renfrewshire
“Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and I can express regret and apologies for not only. the issue that you have just raised, Mr. Speaker, but also the fact that the. We were not able to lay those regulations in front of Parliament before they came int…”
“On 19 March this year, I updated the House about this Government’s preparations to launch a redress scheme for family members of postmasters most affected by the Horizon scandal.…”
“Today the Secretary of State has laid a Report before Parliament pursuant to the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (the REUL Act) and published it on Gov.uk. This Report updates the House in line with the obligations under Se…”
“The Insolvency Service is the Government agency that delivers public services to those affected by financial distress or failure by providing frameworks to deal with insolvency and the financial misconduct that sometimes accompanies or lead…”
“One year ago, this Government published the Modern Industrial Strategy, a 10-year plan to increase business investment, drive economic growth and support high-quality jobs across the United Kingdom. The strategy backs the industries that wi…”
“Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. It's a pleasure to close this debate after so many thoughtful contributions from honourable members across the House. There have been many difficult questions raised, and I did think of following the example…”
“I thank my honourable Friend for raising this vital sector for island economies. Whisky exports were worth over £5.4 billion in 2025, supporting jobs and supply chains across Scotland. We are supporting distillers through UK Export Finance,…”
“When regulation works for small business, it works for all. I am committed to ensuring the government provides the best assistance to those brave enough to start a business and it is only right our regulatory environment supports entreprene…”
“The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) 2023 included measures to reform how companies report information and what information they report when filing their annual accounts with Companies House.…”
“The Government is determined that postmasters affected by the Horizon Scandal receive the compensation they deserve.…”
“I have set Companies House the following targets for the year 2026 to 2027…”
“In March 2023, DBT formally launched the GLO Compensation Scheme to provide full and fair redress to the trailblazers who uncovered the Post Office Horizon Scandal. I am pleased to confirm that, as of today, we have received full applicatio…”
“Parliament was notified last year of the Government’s intention to commission an independent review into allegations surrounding the Post Office's Network Transformation programme (2010-19).…”
“I wish to update Parliament on a package of significant measures and a major investment to drive forward the delivery of the Industrial Strategy, strengthen the UK’s advanced manufacturing base, and ensure the country remains a leading hub …”
“I am pleased to announce that the Government is today launching a public consultation on detailed design proposals of an inward UK corporate re-domiciliation regime as part of our Industrial Strategy commitment to modernise company law.…”
“The enforcement activities of the Insolvency Service - tackling economic crime, disqualifying directors for corporate misconduct and the winding-up of companies in public interest - serve to protect market integrity. This, in turn, fosters …”
“This government believes that business is the driver of growth and wealth everywhere across Britain. A thriving private sector is the single most powerful engine for improving livelihoods and places. The UK has some of the best, most innova…”
“On 8 July last year, my predecessor announced the Government’s intention to launch a redress scheme for postmasters’ family members who were most severely affected by the Horizon scandal. This statement provides further information to the H…”
“It was worth waiting for. We are clear that Royal Mail’s service performance has not been good enough. I met the sector’s independent regulator Ofcom yesterday to stress the widespread concerns among honourable Members about service standar…”
“I thank my honourable Friend for raising a question that I know is on the minds of honourable Members across the House. The Government have been clear that Royal Mail’s service has not been good enough, and we recognise the terrible impact …”
“The Post Office is a vital part of the UK’s social and economic fabric, supporting communities, small businesses and local high streets. Last year, the Government published a Green Paper to open a national conversation about how to secure a…”
“With your permission, Madam Deputy Speaker, I would like to make a statement on the Government’s response to the results of the “Future of Post Office” Green Paper. We published the Green Paper in July, starting a national conversation abou…”
“The Government are committed to supporting growth in coastal areas such as Bournemouth West. The partnership between Business Growth Dorset and the new business growth service makes it easier for firms to access tailored support. The Depart…”
“Today the Government is setting out the next phase of delivery of the Industrial Strategy and a major package to strengthen the United Kingdom’s position as a world-leading destination for exceptional international talent…”
“Today the Secretary of State has laid a Report before Parliament pursuant to the REUL Act and published it on Gov.uk. This report updates the House in line with the obligations under Section 17 of the REUL Act, which requires a Report to be…”
“I congratulate the honourable Member for Chester South and Eddisbury (Aphra Brandreth) on securing the debate. In my previous role, she and I travelled the world with the Foreign Affairs Committee, so it is good to be dealing with matters t…”
“On 29 October, I launched the Capture Redress Scheme to provide payments to postmasters who suffered as a result of the Capture software.…”
“I have discussed Royal Mail’s performance with the chief executive of Royal Mail and its parent company, and they recognise the need to do more to meet service delivery targets. In addition, Ofcom fined Royal Mail £21 million for failing to…”
“I beg to move an amendment, to leave out from “House” to the end of the Question and add: “notes the Government’s strong support for small and medium-sized businesses, including those employing seasonal workers; further notes that the Gover…”
“It has been a pleasure to listen and respond to this passionate debate. Before we get into the things on which we may disagree, I should say that it has been really interesting to hear how many times people have used metaphors like “heart a…”
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