Public sector pensions, the winter fuel allowance and the eurozone crisis were among the issues raised by backbenchers at PMQs today.
Jason McCartney (Con, Colne Valley) raised the issue of increasing metal thefts and highlighted the theft of memorial plaques. He called for more to be done to legislate against it.
In response, the prime minister: "The theft of metal, particularly from war memorials, is an absolutely sickening and disgusting crime. We are working with the Association of Chief Police Officers to put in place an action plan to deal with this.
"It does involve looking at the whole regulation of scrap metal dealers."
Nigel Dodds (DUP, Belfast North) called for a reverse in cuts to the winter fuel allowance.
The prime minister said the government has stuck to Labour's plans on winter fuel and has maintained cold weather payments.
Alun Cairns (Con, Vale of Glamorgan) said it is irresponsible for any politician to support strike action while negotiations are ongoing.
The prime minister said that to have a Labour frontbench that is silent on this issue, with an education spokesman encouraging people to strike, is "the height of irresponsibility".
Susan Elan Jones (Lab, Clwyd South) said the government is wrong to abolish the Chief Coroner's office is and it is a "betrayal" of the British Legion.
In response, Cameron said he has listened to the concerns of the Royal British Legion on this. He said that money could be spent on improving all coroners services across the country.
He added: "We are listening very carefully to concerns expressed in both Houses of Parliament about this issue but what really is important is are we going to improve the performance of our coroners? That is what service families want and that is what I want and it is what we will deliver."
David Evennett (Con, Bexleyheath and Crayford) said public sector workers worked hard in his constituency and that these were valuable services. He called for reassurance that the government reforms would ensure these services were sustainable.
Cameron said public sector pension support had increased by a third in the past decade.
Former chancellor Alistair Darling (Lab, Edinburgh SW) called for more details from EU leaders on the recent eurozone deal, warning that banks will need suring up well before the summer.
The prime minister said Darling is right about the need for urgency. He said "some progress" was made on the eurozone crisis last week but more detail and substance is needed.
Cameron said: "The need has got even greater though frankly, of course, we can't involve ourselves in Greek domestic politics. But it has become even more urgent to put meat on the bones of this plan to show that we're removing one of the key obstacles to global growth - which is the failure to agree a proper plan to deal with problems in the eurozone."
Philip Hollobone (Con, Kettering) said that the population would increase to 70 million by 2027, with two thirds of the increase being driven by immigration.
Cameron referred to the announcement that 450 colleges will no longer be able to sponsor international students. He said the government is living up to its promise to "get a grip" on immigration.
Alex Cunningham (Lab, Stockton North) called on the prime minister to support his ten minute rule bill on bringing an end to smoking in cars with children.
Cameron referred to himself as a "former smoker". He admitted the smoking ban "has worked", but would have reservations about extending it to cover smoking in cars.
Mike Crockart (Lib Dem, Edinburgh West) highlighted Citi Group's report on green energy in Scotland. He said it made clear that UK investment was necessary to develop Scottish resources
Cameron said he had made an important point, dangers of investing in Scotland while there is this uncertainty underway.
Dr Alan Whitehead (Lab, Southampton, Test) pressed the prime minister on his pledge to be "the greenest government ever". Would he intervene in the chaos caused by the decision to slash subsidies for solar panels, Whitehead asked.
Cameron did not respond to his point about feed-in tariffs, but listed other green initiatives the government is taking. He referred to £1bn investment in Carbon Capture Storage.
Katy Clark (Lab, North Ayrshire and Arran) asked if the prime minister agreed on the need to tighten the law on dangerous dogs.
Cameron said past legislative attempts have not always been successful. He said he will write to Clark on what the government will do.
Simon Hughes (Lib Dem, Bermondsey and Old Southwark) asked for a "personal assurance" that Cameron wants to transfer power over pay from boards to shareholders.
In response, Cameron said the government needs to "strengthen the hands of the shareholders". He also said he wants to see more women in boardrooms.
David Lammy (Lab, Tottenham) asked about unemployment and what the government 'work programme' can do to help his constituency where lots of people are without work but there are few jobs.
Cameron said people have got to be encouraged to "travel more widely to look for work".
Graham Stuart (Con, Beverley ) said rural areas are not getting a fair deal from the government.
Cameron said he will meet with Stuart to discuss the issue.
Gregg McClymont (Lab, Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East) asked about the "business growth fund".
In response, Cameron listed government initiatives to help businesses. He said: "There was no regional growth fund under Labour."
Jessica Lee (Con, Erewash) said this week was national adoption week and asked for recognition that it was important to do all possible to support the care system and encourage adopters.
Cameron said the government will make the process of adoption and fostering easier. He told MPs it is a source of "national shame" that only 60 children a year under the age of one are adopted when there are more than 3,000 children of that age in care.
Thomas Docherty (Lab, Dunfermline and West Fife) raised the defence review. He called on the prime minister to listen to the "voices of the defence committee" and reopen the "flawed" review.
In response, Cameron said Labour had had no defence review for ten years and now they want two at once.
Caroline Lucas (Green, Brighton Pavilion) asked Cameron to support the Robin Hood tax.
The prime minister noted the widespread support for the principle behind the tax, but warned that it has to be adopted on a global basis. He said the UK must be careful not to allow a campaign for this tax to become an excuse for avoiding their aid commitments.
Tim Farron (Lib Dem, Westmorland and Lonsdale) noted the increase in the world population. He asked for a credible strategy to "grow Britain's farming industry" to boost our "food security".
Cameron said food production has been challenged, and said farms are businesses and the government is putting through measures to help businesses
Clive Betts (Lab, Sheffield SE) asked when the government will increase house-building and in which year does this Parliament expect this gold standard to be achieved.
Cameron said the government is making government land available so that builders can get on with building. He added that an extra 200,000 homes will be built as a result.
Sir Peter Tapsell (Con, Louth and Horncastle) hit out at shadow chancellor Ed Balls. He went on to say that it is remarkable that the UK has such low interest rates and asked about borrowing costs.
Cameron congratulated Tapsell for bringing his "wisdom to the table". He added: "you do not solve a debt crisis by adding to your debts".
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