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HANSARDGetting Britain Working AgainI completely agree with my hon. Friend. Indeed, I am going to talk momentarily about one of the businesses in my constituency. When I discuss this topic, I particularly think of…14 May 2026HANSARDGetting Britain Working AgainThe hon. Member raises a point that I was about to touch on. When I met Charles Mason, the managing director of Cluny Lace, he told me at length about how post-Brexit export and…14 May 2026HANSARDGetting Britain Working AgainOn behalf of the people of Erewash, I give thanks to His Majesty the King for his Gracious Speech to the entire nation yesterday. This King’s Speech recognises the simple fact…14 May 2026HANSARDUnemploymentBecause of the previous Government’s actions, the number of people not in employment, education or training rose by nearly 250,000 between 2021 and 2024, leaving many hundreds of…27 Apr 2026HANSARDNational SecurityHappy St George’s day, Mr Speaker. Erewash is home to many workers whose labour is vital to national security, employed at firms such as Rolls-Royce or at our many small and…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataI am deeply concerned by today’s statement, not least because I am a former research scientist who is all too aware of the professional ramifications of research institutions…23 Apr 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseA very happy St George’s day to you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Erewash Voluntary Action underpins dozens of community groups in Erewash, providing governance, safeguarding and…23 Apr 2026HANSARD Driver and Vehicle Licensing AgencyI thank the hon. Member for Mid Dorset and North Poole (Vikki Slade) for securing this important Backbench Business debate. I am grateful to her and her fellow Liberal Democrat…23 Apr 2026HANSARDNational Security22. What steps his Department is taking to improve national security.23 Apr 2026HANSARD British Industrial Competitiveness SchemeErewash has a proud manufacturing history, from the ironworks, whose grates cover almost every manhole in the country, to our high-end furniture manufacturing industry, whose…16 Apr 2026HANSARD Women’s Health StrategyAs a trained science teacher, I welcome the Minister’s news that through the strategy, the Government are launching a new programme to improve education for girls about their…16 Apr 2026HANSARDBusiness of the HouseLong Eaton Town Deal Board has been accelerating towards delivery of so many projects—a new events field, a new office space, a pair of beautiful bridges across the Erewash canal,…26 Mar 2026HANSARDTransport Accessibility for Disabled PeopleI thank the Chair of the Transport Committee, my hon. Friend the Member for Brentford and Isleworth (Ruth Cadbury), for her efforts in securing this debate, and indeed the…26 Mar 2026HANSARDUK Research and InnovationI thank the Secretary of State for her answer. Despite the massive Government increases in funding generally, in a recent meeting of the Science, Innovation and Technology…18 Mar 2026HANSARDStudent LoansThe hon. Member talks about the effect of interest over time. Given that the loans are eventually written off under the current system, can he tell me what threshold a salary…18 Mar 2026HANSARD Student LoansI draw the House’s attention to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests, and in particular to my role as the chair of the all-party parliamentary university group…18 Mar 2026HANSARDUK Research and Innovation5. What steps she is taking to increase levels of funding for UK Research and Innovation.18 Mar 2026HANSARDKnife Crime: Support for ChildrenIn December 2024, 18-year-old Noah Smedley from Ilkeston in my constituency was killed when he was stabbed by a 17-year-old armed with a Rambo knife. For a young man to lose his…17 Mar 2026HANSARDKnife Crime: Support for Children14. What steps he is taking to help support children involved in knife crime through the criminal justice system.17 Mar 2026HANSARDProductivity and Economic Growth: East MidlandsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Dr Huq. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Rushcliffe (James Naish) for securing the debate, and colleagues across the House for…17 Mar 2026