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HANSARDAbortion in Northern IrelandI thank the hon. Member for Upper Bann (Carla Lockhart) for raising this important issue. We respect the dearly held convictions of all those who make their case today, but it is…25 Mar 2021HANSARD Covid-19: Hospitality IndustryIt is clear from contributions from Members across the House that the hospitality industry across the country really is on its knees. In my own constituency of Pontypridd, we have…24 Mar 2021HANSARDPaid Neonatal LeaveWhat recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on bringing forward legislative proposals to introduce paid neonatal leave.23 Mar 2021HANSARDPaid Neonatal LeaveIt has now been more than a year since the Government committed to implementing paid neonatal leave to support the parents of babies born sick or prematurely, but we are yet to…23 Mar 2021HANSARDWorld Water DayIt is a pleasure to follow my good friend and hon. Friend the Member for Putney (Fleur Anderson) on an issue that is extremely close to both our hearts. Members are making some…18 Mar 2021HANSARDManufacturing IndustryCan I wish everybody celebrating a happy St Patrick’s Day today? As my hon. Friend the Member for Llanelli (Nia Griffith) has said, the Secretary of State will be more than aware…17 Mar 2021HANSARD Covid-19: Animal WelfareI wholeheartedly agree with the hon. Gentleman. There has been a dramatic rise in pet theft throughout lockdown and, sadly, those pets are being transported across all four…16 Mar 2021HANSARD Covid-19: Animal WelfareI beg to move, That this House has considered the effect of the covid-19 outbreak on animal welfare. It is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Ms McVey, and to serve under your…16 Mar 2021HANSARD Covid-19: Animal WelfareDiolch, Madam Chair. It truly has been a pleasure to take part in today’s debate. I am grateful to all colleagues for their contributions and for their excellent pronunciation of…16 Mar 2021HANSARDPolice, Crime, Sentencing and Courts BillThe last few weeks have been incredibly difficult for women across the country. Sarah Everard’s death is utterly tragic. My thoughts are with her family and friends, as well as…15 Mar 2021HANSARD International Women’s DayDiolch, Madam Deputy Speaker. It is a genuine honour to speak in this debate, in what has been an especially difficult week for women across the UK. It is crystal clear to me that…11 Mar 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sure that the Leader of the House will agree that it has been an extremely difficult week for the family and friends of the 16-year-old who was killed in my neighbouring…11 Mar 2021HANSARDFlood Re: ConsultationWe have just passed the one-year anniversary of the devastating flooding that hit my community of Pontypridd in February 2020. Sadly, far too many people are still unable to get…04 Mar 2021HANSARDFlood Re: ConsultationWhat steps he is taking to encourage public participation in the Flood Re consultation.04 Mar 2021HANSARDFlood Re: ConsultationWill the Minister meet me?04 Mar 2021HANSARDBudget Resolutions and Economic SituationOnly a few hours ago, the Chancellor spoke about wanting this country to be a scientific superpower. I hate to dampen his ambitious spirit, but it is clear that he needs an urgent…03 Mar 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland ProtocolIf businesses had had their voices listened to over the last year, disruption could have been avoided. The joint consultative working group offers a real opportunity for…03 Mar 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Cultural and Entertainment SectorsIt is a privilege to be called to speak in this debate, and it is fantastic to see my hon. Friend the Member for Cardiff Central (Jo Stevens) back in her rightful place. I will…02 Mar 2021HANSARD Coronavirus: Supporting Businesses and IndividualsI am grateful to be able to speak in today’s debate on behalf of the many people in Pontypridd who are still struggling as a result of the pandemic. They and people and businesses…23 Feb 2021HANSARDCovid-19As my hon. Friend the Member for Cynon Valley (Beth Winter) said, our local authority of Rhondda Cynon Taf is one of the areas hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic. In…22 Feb 2021