Commons
Oral Questions
Business and Trade
2 July 2026
Topical Questions
T3. How are the Government working with trade unions to support workers in understanding and claiming their new rights under the Employment Rights Act 2025?
Commons
Oral Questions
Cabinet Office
25 June 2026
2 contributions
UK-EU Relations
3. What steps he is taking to improve relations with the EU.
Improving our relationship with the EU is about trade barriers, but it is also about standards. Many UK companies already follow the EU’s corporate sustainability due diligence directive in order to trade with our biggest external market. Without alignment, we risk becoming a dumping ground for unet…
Commons
Westminster Hall
17 June 2026
High Street Shops: Illicit Activity
Since the recent fire on Union Street in my constituency, there has been a lot of focus on illicit vape shops, and there have been calls for further legislation. We will see what the investigation says, and then action may need to be taken. Does my hon. Friend agree that this is about not just legis…
Commons
Oral Questions
Scotland
10 June 2026
2 contributions
Promoting Scottish Interests Abroad
10. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to promote Scottish interests abroad.
Given Scotland’s significant assets in a variety of sectors, what steps is the Secretary of State taking with ministerial colleagues to ensure that city regions such as Glasgow are not only attracting inward investment, but exporting their world-leading strengths in technology, life sciences and adv…
Commons
Westminster Hall
2 June 2026
4 contributions
Glasgow City Region Economy
I beg to move,
That this House has considered Government support for the Glasgow city region economy.
It is a pleasure to serve with you chairing, Ms Jardine. The Glasgow city region is at the heart of the Scottish economy and is a fundamental pillar of the larger UK economy. Home to 1.85 million …
I thank the hon. Member for that intervention. I agree and will go on in my speech to talk about how the work of the city deals needs to be developed further. Those structures and activities need to be built on to ensure we get the most from that initial interest to develop it further.
The Glasgow …
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Commons
Prime Minister's Questions
Prime Minister
22 April 2026
Engagements
Q6. People in Summerston in my constituency are experiencing antisocial behaviour. They tell me that what makes the greatest difference is visible local police officers on the beat. However, since 2017, local police numbers in Glasgow have fallen by 9%, leaving 214 fewer local officers serving commu…
Commons
Oral Questions
Restoration and Renewal Client Board
16 April 2026
2 contributions
Queen Elizabeth II Centre
8. What discussions the Client Board has had with representatives of the events sector on the potential impact of the possible acquisition of the QEII centre on that sector.
I declare my interest as the chair of the all-party parliamentary group for events. Given the importance of the QEII centre for hosting many major international events, and its direct economic value—we are talking about hundreds of jobs, thousands of hotel rooms, and significant spend and investment…
Commons
Oral Questions
16 April 2026
2 contributions
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
2. What steps her Department is taking to support the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth games.
Having recently visited the Scottish Event Campus in my constituency, which will host the opening ceremony along with a number of sports during the games, I have seen at first hand the opportunity these games represent for tourism, hospitality and local businesses. Given the importance of these even…
Commons
Oral Questions
24 March 2026
Topical Questions
Terminally ill people often have additional energy needs and energy costs. What steps is the Department taking to support those people who are terminally ill with increased energy costs?
Commons
Prime Minister's Questions
Prime Minister
11 March 2026
Engagements
The devastating fire on Union Street in Glasgow has destroyed small businesses and an iconic part of the city’s heritage, but the exceptional skill and courage of our emergency services prevented an even greater tragedy. We need a rapid, thorough investigation, with urgent implementation of recommen…
Commons
Debate
5 March 2026
2 contributions
Commonwealth Troops: First World War
I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Ilford South on securing this important debate and on his powerful opening speech. Many Commonwealth troops made the ultimate sacrifice for us. In my constituency of Glasgow North, there are a number of Commonwealth war grave sites and memorials that comm…
I thank the hon. Member for that intervention. I recognise the important work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and its outreach and public engagement teams. I also recognise the huge contribution of volunteers in promoting that work.
How we commemorate and who we commemorate must reflect t…
Commons
Proceedings
5 March 2026
Business of the House
Can the Leader of the House make Government time available for a debate on involving young people in decision making? When I recently visited primary 6 classes at St Monica’s primary school in my constituency, they made thoughtful points about issues in their local Milton community and their aspirat…
Commons
Oral Questions
5 March 2026
2 contributions
Cyber-threats
13. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help tackle cyber-threats.
I recently chaired a roundtable, which produced a report from Fortinet, a cyber-security firm based in my constituency. The report highlights the opportunities and risks of cyber-resilience as we transition to Great British Railways. Does the Minister agree that more public procurement has a crucial…
Commons
Westminster Hall
3 March 2026
Environmental Protection and Biodiversity
Thank you, Sir Roger. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for North East Hertfordshire (Chris Hinchliff) on securing this debate. Much of his speech focused on England and on rural areas. As the Member for Glasgow North, I hope to open up the debate slightly, in terms of crossing the border int…
Commons
Oral Questions
Scotland
25 February 2026
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill: Scottish Veterans
Labour promised to renew the nation’s contract with those who served our country. Therefore, can the Minister set out what support the new veterans strategy will provide for the around 10,000 veterans in Glasgow?
Commons
Debate
12 February 2026
LGBT+ History Month
I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Nottingham East (Nadia Whittome) for her introduction to the debate.
According to data compiled by the House of Commons Library, over 10% of the population of my Glasgow North constituency identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual—one of the highest proportions in t…
Commons
Proceedings
12 February 2026
Business of the House
I recently hosted a drop-in advice surgery with my hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow West (Patricia Ferguson) for people living with dementia and their carers. I was struck by the vital role played by local dementia support groups, such as Dementia Heroes in the west end of Glasgow. Will the Leader…
Commons
Westminster Hall
2 February 2026
Indefinite Leave to Remain
It a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Lewell.
We have a health and social care system built on the commitment and skills of workers who are too often underpaid, overstretched and undervalued, yet they contribute not only to the wellbeing of our society, but to the strength of our economy.…
Commons
Oral Questions
Work and Pensions
26 January 2026
Topical Questions
T3. In the light of the Government’s commitment to delivering employment and opportunities for young people of all backgrounds, will the Secretary of State set out what recent progress has been made on establishing the youth guarantee scheme in Scotland?
Commons
Ministerial Statement
22 January 2026
Business of the House
I recently visited Hawthorn Housing Co-operative in my constituency. It has been a registered social landlord since 1987, and it provides homes and services to around 364 tenant members. Given the Government’s strong support for the co-operative movement, and the work that housing co-operatives such…
Commons
Westminster Hall
19 January 2026
Sale of Fireworks
There is clearly a consensus across the Chamber on finding that balance between people enjoying firework displays and the wellbeing and safety of animals, people and communities. Does my hon. Friend agree that in finding that balance, we must prioritise the welfare, safety and wellbeing of communiti…
Commons
Oral Questions
Defence
15 December 2025
Topical Questions
Many LGBT veterans, including those in my constituency, were seriously affected by the indignity they faced during the pre-2000 ban on LGBT personnel. What progress has the Department made in delivering the financial reparations to LGBT veterans affected by that ban?
Commons
Proceedings
11 December 2025
Business of the House
An organisation in my constituency, the Courtyard Pantry Enterprise, has this year established the Wester Common unity market, a community market that has seen growing demand from residents who are increasingly dissatisfied with the lack of quality fresh produce available locally. The market provide…
Commons
Westminster Hall
11 December 2025
7 contributions
Fairtrade Certification
I beg to move,
That this House has considered the role of Fairtrade certification in UK business and trade.
It is a pleasure to serve with you chairing for the second time in a fortnight, Mrs Hobhouse. I draw attention to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests: I was employed by …
I agree that it is important that we look at reforming global trade in different ways depending on the particular context. One of the great successes of Fairtrade in the UK has been getting products into mainstream retail, where most people do their shopping. When it comes to quantity, that is where…
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