Blaydon and Consett
LabourOverall, across health & social care this Parliament
Alive and kicking!
Ranks 91st of 1273 MPs and peers who have spoken on health or care this Parliament — top 7%. 50 contributions since 2024-09-12.
“…use 89 covers a number of issues, and would create a duty on health bodies to provide information and advice to unpaid carers and task the Secretary of State with providing that service. It would ask first for information about medicine and medicine records, which we talked about a few days ago.”
Health Bill (Fifteenth sitting) · 2026-07-09 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I recently held consultation meetings on the proposed SEND reforms in Blaydon and Consett. The message from parents was clear in both places: they wanted greater integration of health into EHCPs.”
Health Bill (Fifteenth sitting) · 2026-07-09 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…ell as the physical aspects of health and extending life expectancy, we need to look at preventive measures for mental health? That will ensure that people live as good and full a life as they can, and receive the treatment they need. Does my hon.”
Health Bill (Fifteenth sitting) · 2026-07-09 · Read on Hansard ↗
“Some excellent points have been made about corridor care; I know that all of us want to see that improved. It is a serious issue for all of our residents, and the Minister and others will be working hard to do all they can to address it.”
Health Bill (Fourteenth sitting) · 2026-07-09 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I wonder whether, as part of that strategy, the Government will look at waiting times for mental health services, as we have heard of the considerable delays. That issue is important to everyone, but especially young people. Will the Government look at that issue and get waiting lists down?”
Health Bill (Tenth sitting) · 2026-07-02 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…In my parliamentary work, I deal with a great number of rare disease communities and other specialised groups. Specialised commissioning is important to them to ensure that they get the service they need and deserve.”
Health Bill (Sixth sitting) · 2026-06-25 · Read on Hansard ↗
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