Questions to Ministers

During the debate following the Budget Statement, concerns were raised about the numbers of science and engineering graduates in the UK. Brooks Newmark calls for support for Sussex University which is to close its chemistry department.

Brooks Newmark raises concerns about the closure of the Chemistry Dept at Sussex University and calls for the Government to permit a debate on strategic science provision in English universities.

During a debate on the Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Bill Brooks Newmark argues in support of a clause that should alleviate households in fuel poverty and champion's Braintree Council's £100 council tax rebate to those who insulate their homes.

Brooks Newmark calls for Parliament to debate the closure of rural post offices. The Government claim they support rural post offices, yet in the Braintree constituency rural post offices are being closed year after year.

During a debate on Canadian Seals, Brooks Newmark highlights the animal welfare issue.

Later in the debate, Brooks Newmark highlights concern that KPMG did not stand behind the Government's assumption of costs of £540 million but says that further analysis is needed.

During the debate on the Identity Cards Bill, Brooks Newmark raises concerns that costs could overrun as has been experienced in other large Government IT system installations.

During the debate, Brooks Newmark highlights common belief that the Government are focussed on structures rather than delivering front-line services.

During an adjournment debate about NHS audiology services, Brooks Newmark welcomes Government support for improved access to digital hearing aids, but asks how this can be achieved when many PCTs are suffering a funding crisis?

During a debate on the Breast Cancer Bill, Brooks Newmark calls for an increase in frequency for screenings, especially for women over 70.