Tribute to HRH The Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh (Monday 12th April 2021) 13th April 2021 I speak in this debate to represent the people of Hastings and Rye who hold Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh... Speeches in Parliament
Hospitality Support Speech (Wednesday 24th March 2021) 24th March 2021 I would like to start by congratulating my Hon. Friend the Member for North Devon and the Hon. Member for Brentford and Isleworth for securing this important... Speeches in Parliament
Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill Speech (Tuesday 16th March 2021) 16th March 2021 Despite events in London over the weekend, I would like to thank our police forces throughout the country for all their hard work in carrying out their duties... Speeches in Parliament
International Women's Day Speech 2021 (11th March 2021) 11th March 2021 This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Choose to Challenge”, and I am reminded of that famous quote from Eleanor Roosevelt: "One's philosophy is... Speeches in Parliament
Budget 2021 Debate Speech (Monday 8th March 2021) 8th March 2021 At this moment, nearly a year on since the first lockdown was brought about, I am reminded of the words of Lord Tennyson, in Ulysses: “Made weak by time and... Speeches in Parliament
Speech on Drug Use in Prison 16th October 2020 It is a pleasure to speak in this debate and I congratulate my Rt. Hon Friend, the Member for Chesham and Amersham, in her absence, for bringing this Bill here... Speeches in Parliament
Speech on Botox Treatments 16th October 2020 It is a pleasure to be able to speak in this debate and I congratulate my Honourable Friend, the Member for Sevenoaks for bringing forward this Bill. Looking at... Speeches in Parliament
Speech on Covid-19 and People with Disabilities 15th October 2020 Thank you Mr Chairman. It is no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has been extremely difficult for the people of this country. While everyone has an equal... Speeches in Parliament
Speech on the Fisheries Bill 14th October 2020 Thank you, Mdme Dep. Speaker. Hastings and Rye, and all along the South Coast, has a strong and vibrant fishing community. In Hastings the very soul of our town... Speeches in Parliament