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Commonhold and Leasehold Reform: Managing Agents

Commons debates

I am glad to be able to contribute to this debate to give voice to a number of my constituents who have been suffering as a result of the feudal leasehold system for far too long. I thank the...

Engagements

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

A good, safe and secure home is the foundation of everything, and access to a council home at social rent continues to be the biggest issue that my constituents get in touch with me about....

Engagements

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

Following last Friday’s train collision south of Bedford, the emergency response from Bedfordshire police, the British Transport police, Bedfordshire fire and rescue service, the East of...

East Midland Railway Collision

Commons debates

Train drivers keep our country running and help contribute billions to our economy; they get people to work, to their holidays and to see their friends and family; and they deliver the food for...

Social Media Disinformation

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

Every single day a tidal wave of disinformation is being targeted at social media users in our country and around the world—and if we are in any doubt who is behind that wave of lies and...

Social Media Disinformation

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

What diplomatic steps her Department is taking to help tackle the global spread of disinformation on social media.

Belfast: Violent Disorder

Commons debates

The crime committed was horrific, and the violence in response has been appalling. Many of my constituents are deeply concerned at seeing what look like racially motivated attacks on families,...

Middle East

Commons debates

I welcome the Foreign Secretary’s statement and the fourth package of sanctions against the groups supporting the extremist Israeli settlers. I also welcome the strengthened guidance that...

Children’s Social Care: Enduring Relationships Strategy

Commons debates

I thank the Minister for his statement on enduring relationships for children in social care, and for his emphasis on the need for both elected politicians and officers in local authorities to be...

Business of the House

Commons debates

Obstructive pavement parking is a serious and dangerous issue in many areas in my constituency, particularly in the central areas of Luton. I am pleased that our new Labour leader on Luton...

Public Service Reform

Northern Ireland

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

Many of my constituents have close family ties to Northern Ireland, and understandably take an interest in health outcomes in Northern Ireland and in the United Kingdom as a whole. Does the...

Public Service Reform

Northern Ireland

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

What steps he is taking to support public service reform in Northern Ireland.

Energy Security

Commons debates

I am sorry but I am short on time, so I will continue. We have seen at first hand the devastating impact of exposure to volatile international gas markets, which caused major price rises after...

Energy Security

Commons debates

I welcome the opportunity to speak in this debate on the Gracious Speech. I am proud that since our Labour Government took office in July 2024, we have introduced a number of policies to improve...

National Security

Commons debates

I thank the Minister for his statement on national security threats and the swift response to this heightened threat. The horrific recent increase we have seen in antisemitic attacks and acts of...

Park Home Owners - [Sir Alec Shelbrooke in the Chair]

Westminster Hall debates

I will carry on, I am afraid. When residents sell their homes, they have to pay up to 10% of the sale price to the site owner. That can amount to tens of thousands of pounds, with little clarity...

Park Home Owners - [Sir Alec Shelbrooke in the Chair]

Westminster Hall debates

It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Alec. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Rushcliffe (James Naish) on securing this important debate. Many of the issues he raised in...

Business of the House

Commons debates

Rural fly-tipping is a persistent problem across the villages in the South Bedfordshire part of my constituency, including Billington, Eaton Bray and Kensworth. I welcome the Government’s...

Pension Schemes

Commons debates

I should declare that I have preserved benefits in the CSPS, and that I am a member of the PCS trade union. I thank the Minister for his decisive action in terminating the contract for the Royal...

Engagements

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

I greatly welcome the Government’s announcement to open a youth hub in Luton to help bring together jobs, skills and wellbeing support in one place. Does the Prime Minister agree with me...