In Parliament

Following the Government statement on dealing with UK nationals returning from Syria, Andrew Bridgen calls for those that return, where the burden of proof does not permit a criminal prosecution, to face a mandatory and robust deradicalisation programme.

Andrew Bridgen reminds MPs that it is NATO and not the European Union that has been and will continue to be the cornerstone of European security.

Andrew Bridgen calls for a debate on the value for money of HS2 and on alternative proposals that would deliver more benefits to more people at less cost.

Speaking in a debate on the reform of election law, Andrew Bridgen highlights the situation where a candidate in an election could be liable under the law for spending on his behalf that he neither authorised, nor was even aware of.

Speaking in a debate on legislation to protect vulnerable young girls against female genital mutilation, Andrew Bridgen condemns FGM as abhorrent and barbaric and asks about legislation on male genital mutilation.

In response to the Government statement on the financial sustainability of universities Andrew Bridgen highlights problems of the old system which was completely unsustainable.

Following the Government statement on the cancellation of the contract with Seaborne Freight as part of the no-deal Brexit contingency planning, Andrew Bridgen backs the decision to end the contract as the facts have changed.

Andrew Bridgen calls on the Government to ensure that the universal credit system can adequately cope with the situation where some people are paid four-weekly, not monthly, so will receive two payments in one assessment period.

Andrew Bridgen condemns Stop the War Coalition’s praising Daesh for its “internationalism” and “solidarity”.