Linda Riordan, former MP, Halifax

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A selection of Linda Riordan’s votes

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Consistently voted for removing hereditary peers from the House of Lords Show votes 2 votes for, 0 votes against, 1 absence, between 2011–2012.
Almost always voted against reducing housing benefit for social tenants deemed to have excess bedrooms (which Labour describe as the "bedroom tax") Show votes 0 votes for, 14 votes against, 3 absences, between 2012–2014.
Almost always voted against increasing the rate of VAT Show votes 1 vote for, 17 votes against, 4 absences, between 2008–2013.
Voted against a referendum on the UK's membership of the EU Show votes 0 votes for, 4 votes against, 5 absences, between 2008–2014.
Almost always voted against a reduction in spending on welfare benefits Show votes 1 vote for, 23 votes against, 7 absences, between 2013–2015.
Almost always voted for paying higher benefits over longer periods for those unable to work due to illness or disability Show votes 6 votes for, 0 votes against, 1 absence, between 2011–2012.

We have lots more plain English analysis of Linda Riordan’s voting record on issues like health, welfare, taxation and more. Visit Linda Riordan’s full vote analysis page for more.

Recent appearances

Oral Answers to Questions — Transport: Topical Questions 22 Jan 2015

If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
Oral Answers to Questions — Transport: Topical Questions 22 Jan 2015

I am sure that the Secretary of State will agree that Pacer units are not fit for purpose and that Halifax passengers deserve new rolling stock. Will he now put a definite date on when we will get those much-needed trains?
Oral Answers to Questions — Health: Calderdale Royal Hospital 13 Jan 2015

What the clinical reasons are for plans to close Calderdale Royal hospital A and E department.

More of Linda Riordan’s recent appearances

Profile

Former Labour MP for Halifax

Entered the House of Commons on 5 May 2005 — General election

Left the House of Commons on 30 March 2015 — General election

Social Media

@Linda_Riordan

Expenses

Topics of interest

Health
Transport
Home Department
Work and Pensions
Communities and Local Government
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Prescriptions: Fees and Charges
Driving (Sleep Disorders)
Northern Rail
Railways

Other offices held in the past

Member, European Scrutiny Committee (4 Mar 2013 to 30 Mar 2015)
Member, Justice Committee (12 Jul 2010 to 6 Feb 2012)
Member, Panel of Chairs (21 Jun 2010 to 30 Mar 2015)
Member, Justice Committee (17 Mar 2008 to 6 May 2010)
Member, Procedure Committee (6 Nov 2006 to 6 May 2010)
Member, Crossrail Bill Committee (5 Dec 2005 to 13 Nov 2007)
Member, Environmental Audit Committee (21 Nov 2005 to 6 May 2010)
Member, Constitutional Affairs Committee (13 Jul 2005 to 5 Nov 2007)

Previous MPs in this constituency

Future MPs in this constituency

Holly Lynch

Public bill committees (Sittings attended)

Specialist Printing Equipment and Materials (Offences) bill Committee (0 out of 1)
Chairman, Pension Schemes Bill Committee (6 out of 10)
Chairman, Water Bill Committee (4 out of 9)
Chairman, Civil Aviation Bill Committee (6 out of 14)
Perpetuities and Accumulations Bill Committee (1 out of 2)
Financial Mutuals Arrangements Bill Committee (0 out of 1)
Childcare Bill Committee (8 out of 9)

Register of Members’ Interests

Last updated: 30 Mar 2015.

2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc

Payments from ComRes, Four Millbank, London SW1P 3JAL:

30 April 2014, payment of £75 received for an interview in April 2014. Hours: 30 mins. Payment donated to Halifax Constituency Labour Party. (Registered 13 May 2014)

9 June 2014, payment of £75 received for an interview in June 2014. Hours: 45 mins. Payment donated to Halifax Constituency Labour Party. (Registered 24 June 2014)

Payments from Ipsos Mori,79-81 Borough Road London SE1 1FY:

Payment of £200 received in September 2014 for interview during same month. Hours: 1 hr. Payment donated to a branch of Halifax Constituency Labour Party. (Registered 12 November 2014)

4. Sponsorships

(a) Donations to my constituency party or association, which have been or will be reported by my party to the Electoral Commission:

(a) Name of donor: Unite the Union

(a) Address of donor: Unite House, 128 Theobalds Road, London WC1X 8TN

(a) Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £3,000

(a) Donor status: trade union

(a) (Registered 10 April 2014)

8. Land and Property

House in Somerset from which I derive rental income. (Registered 11 December 2013)

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