In Parliament

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.

I was pleased to be able to highlight the value of investing in our early years sector in the Education Recovery debate today.

One of the Government’s landmark pieces of legislation passed its final stages in the Commons this week.

It was good to receive assurances from the Minister this afternoon that the UK's free trade deals, including the proposed one with Australia, will not compromise existing trading arrangements with the European Union.

It was good to receive reassurance from the Rt Hon. Kit Malthouse, Minister for Crime and Policing, on the Government's commitment to support vulnerable victims during an Urgent Question this week. 

David Simmonds 

I was pleased to take part in the Finance Bill debate today. You can read my full contribution below: