What do I do in Parliament?

Ask Questions of the Government

Asking a parliamentary question about an issue may secure information or a commitment from the government and guarantees that the minister’s reply is put on the record. Questions can be asked by an MP in the chamber, or in writing.

Speak in Debates

In debates I can raise constituent's concerns, share your stories and argue for your viewpoint. The debates in the House of Commons include Government legislation, private members bills, Westminster hall debates and backbench business debates.

Meetings with Ministers

I meet with Government Ministers to raise constituent concerns when a face-to-face meeting is more appropriate than asking a question in the House of Commons.

Chair of the APPG for Dyslexia

The All Party Parliamentary Group for Dyslexia aims to provide a forum for Parliamentarians and connected groups to consider current provisions for dyslexic people, the impact of dyslexia on both individuals and society, and propose reform.

Chair of the APPG for Caribbean

The All Party Parliamentary Group for the Caribbean aims to explore the future of the post-Brexit trading relationship between the UK and the Caribbean; to explore the future of our diplomatic relationships with Caribbean states, and to consider their diplomatic status in our country.

Bill Committees

Public Bill Committees examine each Bill line by line. Once a committee has finished looking at a Bill, it reports its conclusions and any amendments made to the Commons, where Members debate the Bill further. I have sat on Bill Committees for the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (also known as the Assisted Dying Bill) and the Armed Forces Commissioner Bill

Meet with campaigners

I have meetings or attend events with organisations and individuals who are campaigning for policy change to hear their arguments.

Meet with constituents and schools

I meet with constituents or school groups who come to visit Parliament for a tour or to watch Prime Minister Questions.

Armed Forces Bill Select Committee

This committee examines the Armed Forces Bill 2024-26. The Bill renews parliamentary approval for the Armed Forces and makes changes to legislation relating to the Armed Forces, including the Service Justice System, management of defence housing and management of the Reserve Forces.

Environment, Food, Rural Affairs Select Committee

Select committees run inquiries on specific topics. The outcomes of these inquiries are public and many require a response from the government. Select committees also carry out their work through correspondence, by engaging with the public through events and surveys, holding round-table discussions and undertaking visits. Select committees are a very important part of the way Parliament scrutinises the work of the Government The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) is a group of 11 MPs appointed by the House of Commons to examine the work and policy of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and its associated public bodies.

UK Delegate to NATO Parliamentary Assembly

I am one of 12 MPs who represent the UK on the NATO's Parliamentary Assembly. The Assembly’s objective is to facilitate mutual understanding between parliamentarians from NATO countries and promote debate on key security challenges.

Joint Committee for Human Rights

The Joint Committee on Human Rights is a joint committee of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The remit of the committee is to consider human rights issues in the United Kingdom.

Ecclesiastical Committee

The Ecclesiastical Committee's role is to consider the merits of any draft Measures issued by the Church of England's General Synod and advise on whether or not they should be approved by Parliament.

Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art

The Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art is a cross-party group of Members appointed by the Speaker to advise on the use and management of the Parliamentary Art Collection in the House of Commons. Its work includes the purchase of works of art, safeguarding the Parliamentary Art Collection, ensuring new purchases are in line with the Acquisition Policy and to advise officials on the decorative interiors of the Commons areas of the Parliamentary Estate.