In Parliament

I was pleased to lead the Westminster Hall Debate on Children and Families: Cross-Government Strategy this afternoon. You can read the full debate below or watch it here. 

David Simmonds 

I beg to move,

As the EU settlement deadlines passes, I asked the Minister for Immigration what more can be done to encourage public bodies to refer EU citizens to support services, ensuring they are signposted to the EUSS scheme. You can read my full contribution below: 

David Simmonds 

As we recover from the pandemic it is important that we recognise the unique circumstances that young people face as they enter the working world.

As part of the ongoing conversations to look again at our national planning system, I joined colleagues earlier this week to debate how we can better protect our most precious habitats.

I took part in the Westminster Hall Debate on Grouse Shooting this afternoon. You can read my full contribution below: 

The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Social Work, of which I am Co-Chair, are carrying out an inquiry into children’s social work models. Children’s care is a priority matter for the Government as demonstrated by the ongoing independent review into children’s care.

Yesterday I was very fortunate to be called by the Speaker during PMQs, only the second time since being elected. 

During the Ofsted Review of Sexual Abuse in Schools and Colleges Debate, I was pleased to receive assurances from the Minister that the Government recognises the importance of a close relationship between safeguarding partners and schools to ensure that young people are equipped with the knowledg

On Wednesday I was very pleased to speak in the Opposition Day Debate titled ‘Protecting the Public and Justice for Victims’.

I was glad to contribute to the Opposition Day Debate on Investing in Children and Young People.