Parliamentary Diary - Retained Firefighters debate

I took part in a debate on Wednesday (11th Feb) about possible changes to the hours that retained firefighters are permitted to work.

New Year Message

2009 looks set to be a difficult year for our country and I am acutely aware that many people may be worried about what it may bring.

Celebrating the work of the Land Army

I thoroughly enjoyed the World War II themed Women’s Land Army Tea Party and meeting with ladies who served.

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At time of writing we have just learned that the Government has finally agreed to award the Post Office Card Account – an account allowing customers to collect benefit payments - contract to the Post Office.

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Total UK climbdown over Buncefield

Good news from the Buncefield liability trial. I am delighted that Total UK has withdrawn the ludicrous defence that it is not responsible for damage caused beyond a radius of 451 metres from the depot’s pump pad area.

My role as Shadow Minister for Health

With the House of Commons in recess, I thought now would be a good time to update you on my work as Shadow Minister for Health.

Charity of the Year - The Royal British Legion

Since my election in 2005, I have nominated one (or sometimes two!) ‘MP’s Charity of the Year’. I am very proud to say that this year I have selected the Royal British Legion.

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Injured Soldiers

Every Thursday we have Business Questions. This is where the Leader of the House sets out Parliament’s business for the forthcoming week.