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David Burton-Sampson MP

"Since being elected as your MP, I have been fighting for my constituents in Southend West & Leigh so they have the opportunities to access the services and support they need to live a healthier, happier and fairer lives." - David Burton-Sampson MP

See below for David’s latest activity in Parliament, or find out more by visiting David’s website.

Higher Education: Government Support

Commons debates

I agree with my hon. Friend’s analysis. We have been left in this situation by the last Government, and this Government have the job of getting our universities back on to a good footing. I...

Higher Education: Government Support

Commons debates

I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Southend East and Rochford (Mr Alaba) for securing the debate. He knows that we both care passionately about this matter, especially given the impact that...

Topical Questions

Home Department

David Burton-Sampson made a speech in the House of Commons

In my constituency I have launched the We Love Westcliff campaign, which, as well as promoting greater civic pride, aims to drive down antisocial behaviour such as fly-tipping and drug dealing....

Topical Questions

Home Department

David Burton-Sampson made a speech in the House of Commons

If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.

Transgender People: Provision of Healthcare

Westminster Hall debates

I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for North Warwickshire and Bedworth (Rachel Taylor) on introducing the debate. I will be brief. A trans woman from my constituency told me:...

Conduct of the Chancellor of the Exchequer

Commons debates

The shadow Chancellor wants to talk about fiction, so let us talk about the Liz Truss Budget. Before we do, though, imagine if the Chancellor had turned up to deliver her Budget with headroom of...

Conduct of the Chancellor of the Exchequer

Commons debates

Will the right hon. Member give way?

Railways Bill

Commons debates

My hon. Friend is giving a very interesting speech. In my constituency, Chalkwell station has been waiting an age for further Access for All works to take place, and they are now taking place....

War in Ukraine

Commons debates

The hon. Gentleman is giving a great speech, and I agree with his points. With spy ships through the channel and submarines off the coast of Scotland, does he agree that it is vital for not only...

War in Ukraine

Commons debates

Will the hon. Gentleman give way?

International Men’s Day

Commons debates

I agree with everything that my hon. Friend just said. Domestic abuse is abhorrent, and although it does mainly affect women, we cannot deny that it also affects men. We need to look into and...

International Men’s Day

Commons debates

Madam Deputy Speaker, you may or may not have noticed the unusual growth appearing between my nose and top lip. Yes, it is Movember, and for the first time I have had the opportunity to prove to...

Business of the House

Commons debates

At this time of year, the fireworks debate always rages. As a dog owner, I share my constituents’ view that we need legislation to make fireworks safer and more controlled, not just for the...

Ukraine: Forcible Removal of Children

Commons debates

The stealing of Ukrainian children by Putin is scandalous and equally devastating for the Ukrainian families impacted. Putin shows no desire to agree a ceasefire in Ukraine, with continued...

Family Hubs: Finance

Department for Education

David Burton-Sampson received a response to a question they put to the government

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, when she plans to publish the Best Start centre funding allocations for local authorities.

Financial Inclusion - [Dr Rupa Huq in the Chair]

Westminster Hall debates

I thank my hon. Friend for securing this important debate. In my constituency of Southend West and Leigh, nearly 30% of people who are financially vulnerable are in the “squeezed and...

Ukraine

Commons debates

All of us who have visited Ukraine will know the stoicism of the people. Despite being bombarded night after night, they continue to rebuild, often supported by UK businesses and individuals, as...

Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Department for Education

David Burton-Sampson received a response to a question they put to the government

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she plans to ensure the continuation of Holiday Activity Funding.

Migraines

Department of Health and Social Care

David Burton-Sampson received a response to a question they put to the government

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to reduce stigma associated with migraine in workplaces and wider society.

Migraines: Community Health Services

Department of Health and Social Care

David Burton-Sampson received a response to a question they put to the government

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what consideration his Department has given to moving more migraine treatment into community settings.