LabourMP for Leeds South West and Morley
“Thank you very much, Madam Deputy Speaker. 60 minutes to make 60 points. No, I will, I will I will speak very briefly today, madam Deputy Speaker, I feel I've already taken enough of the House's time on this particular issue, but I did just…”
“And thank you very much, Madam Deputy Speaker. The whip is making a strange gesture at me, which suggests that maybe I don't have 60 minutes to contribute. And I do think it will be of reassurance to her and to you, Madam Deputy Speaker, th…”
“It's very much, Madam Deputy Speaker. Can I play some record? My thanks to the Pensions Recovery Tax Task Force, which I know he deployed. They've been working with my team in my constituency to resolve at least one of my constituents cases…”
“Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. Two of my constituents, Cody and Liam Townend and another mum from Leeds, Zoe Ward, all lost babies in different tragic circumstances, but they all went to the same funeral director who did not treat their …”
“As a member of the armed forces parliamentary scheme, I have seen at first hand the courage and dedication that our service personnel show each and every day, and, as this is Armed Forces Week, I want to commend them for it. One of my const…”
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“Many parents rely heavily on SENDIASS—special educational needs and disabilities information, advice and support services. We know that these services are free, impartial and vital for parents. Given that we expect demand on these services …”
“Local businesses are the backbone of our high streets, and on that basis I congratulate Souvlaki Corner on its hugely successful opening in Morley this week, following its rip-roaring success in Wortley; should you find yourself in our part…”
“The honourable Gentleman will know that I have called for the proscription of the IRGC numerous times in this House, and that it is something I absolutely want, but does he not accept that we have to pass this legislation, set the framework…”
“I start by commending the Government for the speed with which they have brought forward this legislation. I understand the charges made by the Opposition about the amount of time available to debate the Bill, but the House will recall that …”
“Let me start by saying that I love dentists, and I will tell the House why. Twenty years ago, almost to the day, I completed my last GCSE history exam and decided to go and celebrate with my friends in Drighlington, in my constituency. We c…”
“I genuinely welcome the Secretary of State to his place, and I commend the Royal Marines, the National Crime Agency, the personnel from the RAF and all the others for conducting their work this weekend. Clearly, this is not the last we will…”
“The Education Committee heard evidence from Snapchat, which pushed back on the hard evidence and the facts—and on any idea that the platform caused harm to young people at all. It was perhaps no surprise that the e-safety commissioner in Au…”
“Growing numbers of my constituents have been contacting me about e-bikes and e-scooters. They know the law, and they know it is not being enforced on pavements, in parks or in public spaces. There is clearly a need for a debate on this matt…”
“I congratulate the honourable Gentleman on securing this debate and making an excellent speech. Clearly, the UK faces malign threats from Russia, from China and especially from Iran, as recent examples have shown. I commend the Government f…”
“Although the debate is about road safety in the west midlands, many of the lessons that the honourable Lady talks about will apply nationwide, including in Leeds South West and Morley. Does she share my frustration that some councils rely o…”
“It is a pleasure to follow the right honourable Member for The Wrekin (Mark Pritchard). I commend my honourable Friend the Member for Hemel Hempstead (David Taylor) on his speech; I will touch on some of the same themes. I am only really go…”
“I rise as a former teacher and someone who loves my current job more than that one—although I did love teaching. Does my honourable Friend agree with the Education Committee that FE colleges that are currently not exempt from claiming back …”
“One of my constituents was diagnosed with breast cancer and subsequently received universal credit and incapacity benefit, but the DWP then stopped these payments due to some confusion over a critical illness cover policy. The facts around …”
“Tonight, a “Panorama” documentary will air featuring members of the Jewish community talking about the existential fear that they feel in this country and about wanting to leave. I urge all honourable Members to watch it when they can. We k…”
“My constituents have been let down by poor bus services in Leeds South West and Morley for too long, so I am delighted that all buses in Leeds will be brought back under public control next year. Will the Leader of the House join me in enco…”
“The Secretary of State’s announcement of a cap on donations from overseas electors and a moratorium on cryptocurrency donations from today is extremely welcome. What criminal penalties will be incurred for breaking these rules? After all, w…”
“I welcome the Secretary of State’s decision to ban this weekend’s al-Quds march. Al-Quds was founded by the ayatollah 40 years ago. It has repeatedly featured support for the Iranian regime and terrorist groups, and often promotes dangerous…”
“Residents in Ardsley, Robin Hood, Lofthouse, parts of Tingley and Morley are complaining that they have been waiting up to three weeks for their postal service. It is obviously not the posties’ fault—it is a question of leadership and manag…”
“The honourable Lady is making a powerful speech on an incredibly difficult topic. On behalf of my constituents, Cody and Liam Townend and Zoe Ward, who had horrific things happen to their babies’ bodies as a result of the lack of regulation…”
“I thank the Minister for his update on this difficult case. In his statement, he confirmed that the Government are working on a “proscription-style tool to disrupt proxy organisations undermining our security.” When will this tool be ready …”
“10. What steps her Department is taking to help ensure accountability for human rights violations against protesters in Iran.…”
“The Iranian regime kills its own people, funds terrorist proxies in Hamas and Hezbollah, backs Putin’s aggressive war in Ukraine, and now puts British civilians and our armed forces in the firing line. By some accounts, it is already a fail…”
“The Minister is giving a comprehensive answer to the speech of my honourable Friend the Member for Worcester (Tom Collins). My constituent Natalie had seven nephews and nieces brought to her door and was told by the police and social servic…”
“As a teacher and now an MP, I know how broken our current SEND system is. Many parents are deeply scarred by their fights with it, and will understandably treat any reforms with scepticism, no matter our intention. I absolutely welcome the …”
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