Speeches by Shanker.

“I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Croydon East (Natasha Irons) on securing this debate. In Derby, there are so many organisations that work really hard with our fantastic young people, whether that is Children First Derby, which provides mentoring services and support for vulnerable young children and their …”

“19. What recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of the condition of local roads.”

“It was fantastic to attend Primary Engineer events in Derby earlier this month, supported by the amazing Jemma Smalls and the wider Rail Forum. Pupils from local schools showcased model trains that they had designed and made themselves. We are proud in Derby of our rail heritage, and we know that through investing in o…”

“You mentioned Jersey. Are there any specific parts of that model that you think could be used in England?”

“Finally, when do you think the evaluation of the pilots will be published?”

“Thank you. We have heard about enhanced partnerships and the wide benefit that they offer. We also know that workers working with employers, local authorities and service users is important and effective. So can we get trade unions joining the EP forums?”

“Okay, thank you. Finally—I think you will like this one—on delivering better bus services—”

“You have said, “Delivering better bus services will ensure people have proper access to jobs and opportunities, putting more money in their pockets and powering growth in every corner of the country.” With that in mind, Minister, what changes do we expect to see in buses between now and the end of this Parliament?”

“In your written evidence, you refer to rural franchising pilots. What are the main questions and issues that you are trying to tease out and explore through these pilots?”

“I beg to move, That this House has considered parking regulation. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Efford. I thank the hon. Member for Newton Abbot (Martin Wrigley) for his support in securing this important debate. I also thank my hon. Friends the Members for Darlington (Lola McEvoy), for Sheffield C…”

“Although the shadow Minister raises some really important issues around school parking and parking on pavements, does he recognise that this debate is focused on the operations of private parking companies, which are ripping off so many of our residents, and that we should not dilute that message?”

“Another resident contacted me and said: “I’ll probably just pay the fine without contesting it, because the hassle of appealing would be too much.” The data shows us that those people are sadly far from alone. Although almost one in two motorists who appeals gets their fines cancelled, 80% of private parking fines are …”

“I thank all Members from both sides of the House who took part in the debate. As enlightening as their contributions were, it was really unfortunate to hear so many stories of residents across the country who have been subject to fines and such poor tactics and behaviours from private car parking operators. That needs …”

“If the new legislation is passed and we get the new powers, have you done any work on how many additional schemes will be introduced as a consequence?”

“Yes, why not extend it to other local authorities?”

“Currently, only strategic authorities are allowed to set up new lane rental schemes without applying to the Secretary of State, rather than all local authorities. Should all local authorities be allowed to set up new lane rental schemes?”

“It might be what is needed to change that behaviour.”

“If it costs them more to do that, they will just pay the notice.”

“Just building on Katie’s point, Minister, the head of traffic management at Via East Midlands Ltd highlighted a problem with local authorities not being able to raise multiple fixed penalty notices for ongoing problems. For example, if there are five days of roadworks and traffic management has not been set up on day o…”

“Some lane rental schemes charge utility companies straightaway while others start charging after day two to incentivise them to do the works a little more quickly. Should this incentive be a feature of all lane rental schemes?”