From 1st January, energy bills will be rising again to a level that is unaffordable for many families. Yet I am concerned that the Government appears to have no plans for reducing bills.
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E-cigarettes are part of the drive towards a smoke-free society. But I do have concerns about the rise in e-cigarette use among children, as well as the environmental impacts of disposable vapes.
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Following the recent decision by the Premier League to deduct 10 point from Everton FC, I have signed Early Day Motion 79 as a sponsor.
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The Fire Brigades Union have recently launched the ‘Firefighters’ Manifesto’, which calls for negotiated pay, the recognition of occupational disease and the right to strike, as well as investment, standards, and a service fit for extreme weather events.
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The needs of people with dementia must move to the top of the agenda. We must prioritise research, because ultimately our goal must be to prevent, treat and cure this heart-breaking condition.
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Residents have raised concerns with me about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. I do not want to see these chemicals in our drinking water supplies.
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Meeting with complex disabilities charity Sense at the Labour Party Conference.
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Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announces Young Futures knife crime programme.
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Speaking at the Health & Care Forum at the Labour Party Conference.
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Supporting people with Parkinson’s at the Labour party conference.
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Strengthening our animal welfare laws is a priority and I will always support action to achieve the strongest possible animal welfare policies. All animals deserve protection and I believe it is wrong to promise tougher legislation if promises are then not seen through.
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The Government’s targets on air quality are weaker than the current WHO guidelines and I believe they are insufficiently ambitious.
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Vehicles parked on pavements are an issue, particularly for vulnerable pedestrians such as older people, families with pushchairs, wheelchair users and people with visual or mobility impairments.
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We owe it to all those living with cardiovascular disease to set out a proper plan to improve outcomes, providing our NHS with the staff, technology, and resources it needs to bring down waiting lists and improve patient care.
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One in five pensioners live in poverty. In my view, this shows the importance of Pension Credit, which is intended to provide support for pensioners on very modest incomes.
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In my view, no animal should be made to suffer unnecessary pain and degradation, and we must drive up standards and practice in line with the most recent advances and understanding. Many animal welfare organisations oppose the use of e-collars and instead promote positive training methods.
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I support calls for a green prosperity plan to ramp up investment to reach £28 billion per year for tackling climate change, growing the green economy and creating good, green secure local jobs across the country.
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Private jets in the UK result in about 600,000 tonnes of CO2 a year, equivalent to around 200,000 people flying from the UK to Hong Kong and back.
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The consultation on support for CME concluded on 20 July 2023. The Government says it is currently analysing feedback from that consultation. I will follow developments closely.
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We are lucky to have thousands of miles of canals and rivers across England and Wales but I am concerned about the Canal and River Trust and its future funding arrangement.
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