April 2026

This Saturday, the streets of Gravesend will be filled with vibrancy and colour with the Vaisakhi celebration and religious procession through the town. British Sikhs, the cornerstone of whose faith is selfless service, have made such a positive contribution to Gravesham and across the UK. Will the Leader of the House join me in congratulating all involved in this celebration and grant a debate in Government time about the contribution of British Sikhs, as well as the needed and promised inquiry

Parliamentary appearance by Dawn Butler

Parliamentary appearance by Sir Julian Smith

Parliamentary appearance by Siân Berry

Parliamentary appearance by James Asser

Parliamentary appearance by Melanie Onn

Parliamentary appearance by Dr Lauren Sullivan

Parliamentary appearance by Ben Goldsborough

Parliamentary appearance by Dawn Butler

Parliamentary appearance by Dawn Butler

Parliamentary appearance by Mike Martin

Parliamentary appearance by Douglas McAllister

Parliamentary appearance by Shaun Davies

Parliamentary appearance by Karin Smyth

Parliamentary appearance by Al Carns

Parliamentary appearance by Paul Waugh

Parliamentary appearance by Euan Stainbank

Consett is full of great community-focused organisations. Recently, I met those at Shadows of Light CIC, which offers dog-assisted therapy for care homes, young people, those at risk of suicide and veterans. I met them at the Foundation For Good, another charity in Consett, which focuses on wellbeing and support across the community. Can we have a debate in Government time on the vital role that social enterprises and charities play in strengthening and building our communities?

Parliamentary appearance by Shaun Davies

Parliamentary appearance by Dr Zubir Ahmed