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Great to hear colleagues making inspiring and sober contributions in the International Women’s Day debate taking place in Parliament right now, sharing powerful stories and reflections from across the House.
Please do watch it from the start here:
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The only route to long term energy security for our country is through cheap clean power that we control here at home, not dependence on international fossil fuel markets that we don’t control ... See MoreSee Less
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Today in the Treasury Select Committee I asked the Chancellor how the Government is preparing to protect households and businesses from potential energy bill shocks caused by instability in global markets. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last week in Cabinet Office Questions, I asked the Minister how the Government is making sure the Civil Service is driving forward on our priorities in Basingstoke, raising living standards and improving the public services we all rely on. ... See MoreSee Less
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Following my question to the Foreign Office about a specific case involving one of my constituents currently in the Middle East, I want to make sure anyone from Basingstoke who may be affected knows where to get help.
The situation in the region remains difficult, with airspace closures and people in some areas being advised to shelter in place. The UK Government has activated its 24/7 crisis response and is asking British nationals in the region to register their presence so they can receive updates, advice and support.
If you or a loved one are in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar or the UAE, please register with the FCDO at www.gov.uk/register-your-presence
The FCDO consular line is also open 24/7 on +44 20 7008 5000.
If you are a Basingstoke resident and need help or support, please also get in touch with my office and we will do everything we can to assist. My email is [email protected] and my number is 01256 587093. ... See MoreSee Less
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Following a deeply disturbing case where a woman was sexually assaulted in her Travelodge room after a stranger was given a key card by reception staff, I joined colleagues in Parliament to demand answers from the company.
We wrote to the CEO raising serious concerns about their security procedures.
No one should ever feel unsafe behind a locked hotel door. I want reassurance about the action Travelodge are taking to strengthen their policies and ensure something like this can never happen again.
Read more: www.theguardian.com/society/2026/mar/07/mps-demand-to-meet-travelodge-ceo-over-maidenhead-sexual-... ... See MoreSee Less
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The Government is currently consulting on whether to raise the minimum age for accessing social media to 16.
This follows growing concern from parents, teachers and young people about the impact of smartphones and social media on children’s wellbeing, alongside the ongoing implementation of the Online Safety Act.
Given the strength of feeling locally, I'm hosting an online public discussion for Basingstoke residents and interested stakeholders.
If you would like to take part, please sign up using the below link. I would love for parents, teachers, young people, professionals and anyone with an interest in this issue to attend and contribute to the discussion.
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🚂This government has frozen rail fares for the first time in 30 years... putting money back in people’s pockets and easing the cost of living for hard-working people ... See MoreSee Less
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Nigel Farage is bringing his rally to Basingstoke tomorrow. But before the speeches, let’s look at Reform’s record where they’ve actually been elected 🤔 ... See MoreSee Less
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