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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 24 Jun 2021
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"I welcome the new flexible season ticket that was introduced this week. It will save someone travelling from Stanford-le-Hope into London three days a week more than £120, and someone travelling from Basildon more than £100. Does my right hon. Friend agree that, as more and more people move …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 11 Mar 2021
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" What steps his Department is taking to increase the use of electric vehicles. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 11 Mar 2021
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"To be able to truly embrace the EV revolution, does my hon. Friend agree that there needs to be a comprehensive network of on-street residential charging points close to where people live, especially where they have no dedicated parking space? Will she work with local authorities to start this work …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 18 May 2020
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" What steps his Department has taken with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to repatriate British nationals stranded overseas as a result of the covid-19 pandemic. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 18 May 2020
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"It is hugely welcome that 1.3 million people have been brought home by commercial airlines. Will my right hon. Friend assure me that he continues to work with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to ensure that support and guidance is available for those people who are struggling—there are many of …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 13 Jun 2019
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"Stanford Coachworks in my constituency is a small, successful engineering business, building minibuses and luxury coaches. However, before its vehicles can be deemed roadworthy, they need to be inspected by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. At present, the availability and frequency of tests falls well below the demand, threatening …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 08 Jan 2019
Seaborne Freight

"Will my right hon. Friend expand on the discussions he has had with the management team and what expertise and experience they are bringing to the table to operate this service?..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 22 Nov 2018
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"5. What steps his Department is taking to encourage more girls and people from ethnic backgrounds to pursue a career in engineering. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 22 Nov 2018
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"Over the past year, I have been greatly encouraged by the reaction that I have seen from young people as they come into direct contact with inspiring engineers from all backgrounds. Does my hon. Friend share my commitment to finding a way to carry on the good work of the …..."
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Written Question
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Wednesday 17th October 2018

Asked by: Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what powers he has to direct the DVLA to withhold driver information from parking operators that use unfair and opaque practices.

Answered by Jesse Norman - Shadow Leader of the House of Commons

The DVLA provides vehicle keeper information to private parking management companies only where they are members of an appropriate accredited trade association. This requirement seeks to ensure they are legitimate companies that operate within published codes of practice which promote fair treatment of the motorist. The release of this information is provided for in law and the arrangements are subject to robust safeguards to ensure that data is provided only to those with a legitimate need to request it.

The DVLA carries out its own comprehensive auditing, involving both remote and on-site audits in conjunction with the Government Internal Audit Agency. Where issues arise, action will be taken to ensure the matter is rectified, including, where appropriate, access to the information being withheld.