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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 16 Oct 2025
Business of the House

"I recently attended the Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership’s 50th anniversary event “Magnificent Menopause”. The event celebrated the resilience of menopausal women. While marking World Menopause Month, will the Leader of the House congratulate PDAP’s outstanding work, and can we have a Government statement on what steps are being taken to …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 15 Oct 2025
Work for Serving Prisoners

"I compliment my hon. Friend on her excellent speech. Does she agree that improving literacy in prisons is a powerful tool for rehabilitation and reintegration? Literacy equips prisoners with essential communication and comprehension skills, laying the foundation for further education and vocational training. By fostering reading, writing and critical thinking …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 16 Sep 2025
Sentencing Bill

"I want to speak today about justice; not just about punishment but about rehabilitation, dignity and the transformative power of second chances. For too long, our criminal justice system has been shaped by short-term thinking and political posturing—we have seen a fair amount of that in this debate—but we are …..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 15 Sep 2025
Children with SEND: Assessments and Support

"I absolutely agree. This cannot be one part of the UK, one region or one city; it has to be across the UK. We have to see every child have that opportunity. I completely agree with you.

This is about us working together. It is about collaboration. It is very …..."

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 15 Sep 2025
Children with SEND: Assessments and Support

"I am just about to finish, but go on...."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 15 Sep 2025
Children with SEND: Assessments and Support

"Special educational needs and disabilities are not a niche issue. It is a matter of justice, opportunity and inclusion. For too long, families have had to fight for the support their children deserve. The system has been adversarial, slow and inconsistent—this must change.

I am pleased that we are seeing …..."

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Mon 15 Sep 2025
Children with SEND: Assessments and Support

"You put it very eloquently. I absolutely agree with you, and that is crucial within the teaching profession. I am sure it would have 100% support from the professional bodies.

It is good to see the Government engaging directly with families, educators and experts ahead of the schools White Paper …..."

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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 11 Sep 2025
Oral Answers to Questions

"13. What steps her Department is taking to support local authorities to implement major transport schemes. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 11 Sep 2025
Oral Answers to Questions

"I welcome the Department’s recognition of the positive impact that the Penistone line rail upgrade will have, boosting economic growth, improving connectivity and supporting ambitions for half-hourly services between Huddersfield and Sheffield. This is a clear example of what can be achieved when Labour leads at every level—council, mayor and …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 04 Sep 2025
Oral Answers to Questions

"T2. In my constituency, producers such as Longley farm exemplify British quality. Its dairy products are globally renowned. What specific steps is the Department taking to prioritise the purchase and promotion of British produce, ensuring support for domestic farmers, reducing food miles and strengthening the UK’s food security and rural …..."
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