Speaking in Prime Minister’s Questions, James Sunderland calls on the PM to join him in thanking the teachers, staff, governors and pupils who have ensured that 37 out of 39 state schools in Bracknell are now graded good or outstanding and welcomes the Education White Paper as a blueprint for our schools that we can all be proud of.
Speaking in a Backbench Business debate on the process for claiming War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments James Sunderland backs calls for a review to establish what the problems are. He recognises concerns about the dual role of Veterans UK in both assessing and making the awards, and suggests extending the role of veterans advisory and pensions committees (VAPCs) as a possible solution.
James Sunderland seeks assurances from the Government that the Army’s Future Soldier programme will keep pace with emerging doctrinal lessons from Ukraine, and that the British Army will be structured and equipped to meet associated threats.
James Sunderland expresses full support for the Government’s approach to Mental Health but remains sympathetic to the provision of the Mental Health Provision (Children and Young People) Bill as a template for what may need to be considered in the future if targets to reduce waiting times at CAMHS are not met.
James Sunderland backs a Bill to ensure that drivers of taxis and PHVs do not refuse carriage to a disabled person with no extra charge, and make every effort to ensure that that person feels comfortable and safe while travelling.
In a debate on the publication of the report by the Select Committee for International Development, “Afghanistan: UK support for aid workers and the Afghan people”, James Sunderland asks about the Government’s duty of care towards aid workers.
James Sunderland welcomes the Government’s statement on the national shipbuilding strategy and the growing imperative towards a “build it in Britain” strategy which is good for jobs, livelihoods, R&D, technology, self-sufficiency, investment, exports and, above all, the strength of the Union.