Debbie Abrahams MP, Oldham East and Saddleworth

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There are currently votes on relevant topics that are not included in the summaries below. We are working on bringing these records up to date over the next few months.

As a result of COVID-19, some MPs were less able to vote in Parliament in certain periods, and this will be reflected by absences in their voting record.

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11th May to 2nd June 2020

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2nd to 9th June 2020

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10th June 2020 onwards

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We will update this information if the situation changes. See more detail on votes during the COVID-19 period here.

Debbie Abrahams’s voting in Parliament

Debbie Abrahams is a Labour MP, and on the vast majority of issues votes the same way as other Labour MPs.

This is a random selection of Debbie Abrahams’s votes.

Voted for replacing Trident with a new nuclear weapons system Show votes 1 vote for, 0 votes against, 4 absences, between 2015–2016.
Almost always voted against a reduction in spending on welfare benefits Show votes 0 votes for, 44 votes against, 10 absences, between 2012–2021.
Consistently voted for raising welfare benefits at least in line with prices Show votes 5 votes for, 0 votes against, in 2013.
Has never voted on a more proportional system for electing MPs Details 0 votes for, 0 votes against, 3 absences, between 2015–2020.
Consistently voted for a wholly elected House of Lords Show votes 2 votes for, 0 votes against, 1 absence, between 2011–2016.
Consistently voted for paying higher benefits over longer periods for those unable to work due to illness or disability Show votes 14 votes for, 0 votes against, 1 absence, between 2011–2016.

Last updated: 25 Jan 2021. Learn more about our voting records and what they mean.

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

Debbie Abrahams has never rebelled against their party in the current parliament. Find out more.

Recent appearances

Petition - Conviction of Yasin Malik 20 Jul 2022

I rise to present this petition concerning the unfair trial of Yasin Malik, and his consequent unsafe conviction, on behalf of nearly 4,500 constituents and residents across the UK. The petitioners “request that the House of Commons urge the Government to raise Yasin Malik’s unfair trial with the Indian Government, call for immediate medical aid for Mr Malik and his removal from solitary...
Cop26: Topical Questions 20 Jul 2022

Well insulated homes protect against extreme heat as well as extreme cold, while reducing energy demand and cutting bills, emissions and fossil fuel imports. So why are the Government delaying their national energy company obligation 4 programme, with 56,000 households potentially missing out?
Cabinet Office: Topical Questions 14 Jul 2022

The VIP lane for personal protective equipment procurement and the unlawful activities associated with it was one of the early scandals of this Government, but both the Serious Fraud Office and the National Crime Agency are unable to adequately investigate reports of potential Government procurement fraud. Will the procurement Bill establish a corrupt practices investigation unit to help to...

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Profile

Labour MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth

Entered the House of Commons on 14 January 2011 — Byelection

Social Media

@Debbie_abrahams

Expenses

Expenses from 2010 onwards

Topics of interest

Debbie Abrahams campaigned to remain in the European Union Source: BBC

Department for Work and Pensions
Department of Health
Health
Department of Health and Social Care
Home Office
Universal Credit
Vending Machines
Children: Maintenance
Personal Independence Payment
Employment and Support Allowance

Currently held offices

Member, Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Bill [HL] Committee (since 19 Jan 2022)
Member, Draft Online Safety Bill (Joint Committee) (since 21 Jul 2021)
Member, Work and Pensions Committee (since 2 Mar 2020)