Speeches in Parliament

The Global Asylum system is broken. There are a range of safe and legal routes for individuals to come to the UK but people are using evil people smugglers to...

I was thinking of my dad when I took part in a debate on the contribution of Irish people and those of Irish descent to the UK. Sadly my dad, Barry died during...

Having spoken to constituents who have travelled to assist humanitarian efforts on the Ukraine border, it is concerning to hear reports of vulnerable refugees...

Today I presented my Pets (Microchips) Bill to Parliament. This Bill will address some incredibly serious issues with the scanning of microchips both before...

On the 28th July last year, every Labour Councillor in Bury voted in favour of Andy Burnham’s plan to impose a 493 square mile clean air charging zone upon my...

Data released from NHS Digital shows that NHS Bury CCG has the lowest percentage of face-to-face GP Appointments in England in January 2022. Only 37% of of...

This morning I questioned the Home Secretary as part of the Home Affairs Select Committee raising a number of important issues such as rape prosecutions...

Today I spoke in an important debate on the role of early years educators. Providing the right support for children at this young age is critical and is shown...

This evening I spoke in the Chamber on the GM Clean Air Zone and how it will be devastating for businesses and individuals across our region. You can see my...