"Q8. The Lanzarote convention sets a Europe-wide standard for the protection of children against sexual exploitation. The UK has signed it but not yet ratified it. Following recent episodes of grooming in the UK, including in my borough of Rochdale, will the Government now consider ratifying that very important convention?..." Jim Dobbin - View Speech
"Yesterday’s coalition renewal document, “The Coalition: together in the national interest”, includes a vote on the boundary change proposals for constituencies. I know that the Minister is to answer, but I would like to know whether the Deputy Prime Minister will campaign for a no vote...." Jim Dobbin - View Speech
"Order. I thought you were applauding me there—[Interruption.] You were. I have five applications to speak. I intend to call the shadow Minister at 3.40 pm, so that gives Members an idea of how long everyone can speak for. ..." Jim Dobbin - View Speech
"4. What recent discussions he has had with the Director of Public Prosecutions on policy on the prosecution of cases involving allegations of rape...." Jim Dobbin - View Speech