Speeches by Ingham.

“I do vaguely remember that. The other point as well is that the election period is six weeks, but harassment can start a long time before that—I know some of our candidates were in place nearly two years before the election. How early do you think it is possible to engage with potential candidates, as well as those who…”

“I want to chat to you a bit about the support available for candidates. Several witnesses have stated that candidates aren’t clear on what can constitute harassment and what doesn’t constitute harassment. When I was a candidate, I only reported something to the police because a Labour party staffer was there and said, …”

“I want to go back to something you said, Peter, about the count for Jess Phillips, because a lot of us saw that. I was a bit confused, because I thought there were restrictions on the number of people or supporters who could accompany any candidate—certainly in my experience this year there were, and there were when I …”

“I do vaguely remember that. The other point as well is that the election period is six weeks, but harassment can start a long time before that—I know some of our candidates were in place nearly two years before the election. How early do you think it is possible to engage with potential candidates, as well as those who…”

“I want to go back to something you said, Peter, about the count for Jess Phillips, because a lot of us saw that. I was a bit confused, because I thought there were restrictions on the number of people or supporters who could accompany any candidate—certainly in my experience this year there were, and there were when I …”

“I want to chat to you a bit about the support available for candidates. Several witnesses have stated that candidates aren’t clear on what can constitute harassment and what doesn’t constitute harassment. When I was a candidate, I only reported something to the police because a Labour party staffer was there and said, …”

“The Windsor framework was a distinct improvement on the old Northern Ireland protocol, but does the Minister agree that if we are to ensure the smoothest possible movement of agrifood products across the Irish sea, it is vital that we secure a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement with the European Union?”

“The Bill is a crucial first step in the reform of the Government’s skills system. This Government are changing the narrative around skills. When I was younger, apprenticeships were often seen as something for working-class kids and a route into traditional trades such as plumbing, bricklaying—like my dad—hairdressing o…”

“SEND children are falling through the cracks. I have been told by a school in my constituency that it is experiencing a crisis, and is self-funding its own education, health and care needs assessments. As a result, it is facing an incredible deficit in funding. Does my hon. Friend agree that it is crucial for the Depar…”

“Antisocial behaviour in Tyrley, a small village in my constituency, has had a significant impact on the community. Small rural communities like these often feel overlooked and struggle to have their voices heard when it comes to policing and public safety. Will the Government ensure that rural communities, such as Tyrl…”

“11. What steps she is taking to reduce rural crime.”

“I thank the Minister for his statement and update. In Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages, I have a constituent, Janet, who is in her 80s. She tragically lost her first and second husband to infected blood, and she is due to receive compensation as their next of kin. She would like to ensure that she can pass the pay…”

“This week, Pub Aid announced the finalists of the community pub hero awards. There were more than 1,000 entries, and I am over the moon to be able to say that the Bird in Hand pub in my constituency of Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages is one of the 31 finalists. It is an incredible venue that does so much for the …”

“Before I get to my main speech, I will say a few words on my position on migration. When I was growing up, my dad, who was a bricklayer, had to go and work in Germany because it was so hard to get good-paying work in Burnley, where I am from. A bit like “Auf Wiedersehen, Pet”, he and loads of mates went over to Germany…”

“11. What steps she is taking to help increase prosecution rates for cases involving violence against women and girls.”

“Like most MPs, one of my favourite things is to visit schools in my constituency. Recently, I was at Sir Graham Balfour school in Stafford where one of the students spoke to me passionately about how school sport and physical education benefit not only physical but mental health. Inspired by his campaigning, will the L…”

“I thank my constituency neighbour, my hon. Friend the Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme (Adam Jogee), for securing this debate. Stafford also has a proud coalfield history. Many of my constituents were miners, who dedicated their lives to the mining industry both below and above ground. Today, like many hon. Members, I w…”

“In June 2024, 60% of rape investigations were closed because the victim dropped out. On top of that I have heard harrowing stories from my constituents who went to court over their sexual assault, and who felt humiliated and were further traumatised by that process. What work is being done to ensure that victims of sex…”

“Would your party support some kind of process for independently investigating allegations that party members have breached your policies on threatening or intimidating conduct?”

“Some MPs have told me about this election being different, and the parties also campaigned differently, because there was a greater presence on social media, which led to increased awareness of who the local MP and the local candidates were than there maybe had been previously. Do you think that any of that contributed…”