What I have said


  • 26th March 2007
    Speech
    Commons2

    Charles Walker speaks up for the very poorest in society, who are caught up in the complicated benefits and tax credit system and argues that they should be taken out of taxation altogether.  read more »

  • 22nd February 2007
    Speech
    Commons7

    Charles Walker tells MPs of his concerns at cuts to healthcare services in Hertfordshire. He especially highlights cuts to services provided by health visitors and reduced services for alcohol abuse and early-stage mental health illnesses.  read more »

  • 9th January 2007
    Speech
    Commons5

    Charles Walker supports amendments to the Welfare Reform Bill that aim to take into account more than just medical issues when assessing how people with disabilities can re-enter the labour market.  read more »

  • 6th December 2006
    Speech
    EU Flag

    Charles Walker calls for the UK to be more aggressive in its own interests and not allow ourselves to be restrained by artificial confines set by the EU, which hinders our ability to compete with countries such as China and India.  read more »

  • 16th November 2006
    Speech
    Commons4

    During a debate on the Queen's Speech, Charles Walker condemns hospital closures in Hertfordshire and calls for a commitment from the Government to use the new mental health Bill to ensure provision of first class mental health services.  read more »

  • 31st October 2006
    Speech
    Train

    Charles Walker puts the case for disproportionate investment in London's transport infrastructure as London is the 'engine room of the UK economy' and London the east and south-east are expected to attract an additional 5 or 6 million people in the next 2  read more »

  • 24th October 2006
    Speech
    Police2

    During a debate on the House of Lords amendments to the Police and Justice Bill, Charles Walker raises the questions of accountability and independence of county police forces.  read more »

  • 20th July 2006
    Speech
    Scotland

    During a debate on voting and representation in Scotland, Charles Walker raises the issue of Scottish MPs voting in Parliament on issues that do not relate to Scotland.  read more »

  • 13th July 2006
    Speech
    Nurse

    Charles Walker raises concerns about the NHS investigating complaints against itself and calls for an element of independence.  read more »

  • 3rd July 2006
    Speech
    Mother and baby

    Charles Walker calls for tighter Governmental controls over scientific research to ensure that a child's welfare is paramount.  read more »