Redditch
LabourOverall, across health & social care this Parliament
Alive and kicking!
Ranks 70th of 1273 MPs and peers who have spoken on health or care this Parliament — top 5%. 58 contributions since 2024-10-10.
“My hon. Friend was a champion for mental health long before I came to this House, and I congratulate her on securing the debate. She makes a point about spending, and I read this morning that despite 28% of cases in the NHS being related to mental health, it receives only 13% of the funding.”
Mental Health: Parity of Esteem · 2026-06-17 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Does he agree that as well as challenging the Government about what they can do for young carers, we must challenge our colleges and education establishments to ensure that they are environments where young carers can thrive? I would like to highlight the excellent work of Michelle Dowse at Heart of Worcestershire coll…”
Young Adult Carers: Education and Training · 2026-04-23 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I congratulate the hon. Member for Mid Dorset and North Poole (Vikki Slade) on securing this debate. This is one of those occasions where I do not have a written speech from my staff.”
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency · 2026-04-23 · Read on Hansard ↗
“My constituent Kevin has to travel between Redditch, Gloucester and Cheltenham for chemotherapy and operations following a diagnosis of oesophageal cancer. He has been told that he does not qualify for hospital transport as he is not in a wheelchair or using oxygen, but in reality Kevin is in no fit state to drive hims…”
Business of the House · 2026-04-23 ·
“…attention in my surgeries is that, after the often intensive clinical process of a young person going through a cancer diagnosis, getting treatment and getting through the other side, the period after the all-clear is an intense time of social isolation.”
Young Cancer Patients: Experiences and Outcomes · 2026-04-13 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…That is because of structural failings in both education and public health, which the previous Government did nothing to solve. How can young people and businesses in my constituency of Redditch take part in this scheme, which will finally start addressing the tragedy of NEETs in our constituencies?…”
Youth Unemployment · 2026-03-17 · Read on Hansard ↗
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