Birmingham Perry Barr
IndependentOverall, across health & social care this Parliament
Alive and kicking!
Ranks 200th of 1273 MPs and peers who have spoken on health or care this Parliament — top 16%. 31 contributions since 2024-09-02.
“…I recently visited my local hospital—unfortunately, a family member needed emergency treatment, so I was in an A&E department—and it was shocking. Hospitals and A&E departments are already in crisis.”
Extreme Heat: Preparedness · 2026-07-14 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Construction companies, health trusts and care homes are facing chronic staff shortages. Universities are also under pressure, as tougher restrictions on international students reduce applications and cut vital tuition income.”
Improving the UK Visa System · 2026-06-03 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I welcome these fairly comprehensive proposals, which I hope will seek to help young people who are either in the criminal fraternity or on the cusp of entering it. We all know that prevention is better than a cure—the old adage, “idle hands become a devil’s workshop” comes to mind.”
Youth Justice · 2026-05-18 · Read on Hansard ↗
“May I first extend my thoughts and prayers to the victims of Epstein? I commend the bold and courageous contributions of Labour Members who will be voting for the motion. I was elected as an independent Member of Parliament to represent the people of Birmingham Perry Barr without fear and without favour.”
Referral of Prime Minister to Committee of Privileges · 2026-04-28 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I hesitate to interrupt the Minister’s final remarks, but will he shed some light on the strike by young junior doctors? Queen Elizabeth hospital in my constituency serves many local residents.”
Junior Doctors’ Foundation Programme · 2026-04-22 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…I am shocked by what the hon. Member set out about the algorithm and how students or resident doctors are placed in the embryonic stages of their profession. In fact, I am astounded—I suspect many parliamentarians will not know this, and certainly the public will not be familiar with the process—that there is no appeal…”
Junior Doctors’ Foundation Programme · 2026-04-22 · Read on Hansard ↗
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