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HANSARD Small Charity SectorWill the right hon. Member give way?03 Mar 2026HANSARD Small Charity SectorDoes the right hon. Member agree that the small charity sector, including community and faith-based groups, plays a vital role in reaching the hardest-to-reach communities—not…03 Mar 2026HANSARDDefence Manufacturing JobsDoes the Secretary of State agree that increased defence orders in Scotland have the potential to strengthen the defence industry and the industrial base across the whole of the…25 Feb 2026HANSARDArmy Reservists: Employment RightsThere were more than 40,000 members of the Ulster Defence Regiment, half of whom—about 20,000—were part-time members. In the light of this ruling, does the right hon. Gentleman…24 Feb 2026HANSARD Foster Care: Recruitment and RetentionI thank the hon. Member for securing the debate. Does she agree that there should be greater recognition of foster carers as part of the professional team around the child, and…24 Feb 2026HANSARDLeasehold ReformHave the Government made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a mandatory standard service charge statement for leaseholders to ensure a clearer breakdown of costs…23 Feb 2026HANSARDDefence Industrial Strategy 2025Does the Minister agree that there is a clear need for a stronger role for Northern Ireland firms in the UK defence supply chain, and will he commit to encouraging far greater…11 Feb 2026HANSARD Place-based Employment Support ProgrammesDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that place-based employment schemes are a vital way of converting local strengths into local jobs, and that sector-specific initiatives can and…10 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsThe hon. Member makes a valid point, which I urge the Minister to pick up. In Scotland, efforts have been made to reform the system and expand free dental care for certain groups,…05 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsI agree that reforms need to be brought forward a lot quicker. What is the result? I will tell hon. Members what it is: we are seeing a growing number of dentists reducing the…05 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsApologies, Madam Deputy Speaker. We all understand that there are regional differences in how dental contracts work across our UK nations. However, a common theme is identified:…05 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsI am grateful for the opportunity to draw the attention of the House to an issue that affects millions of British people and families right across our country: the current state…05 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsThat is certainly one of the major issues that needs to be addressed. Shockingly and frighteningly, people are resorting to DIY dentistry because their pain is so great and they…05 Feb 2026HANSARD NHS DentistsI congratulate the hon. Member on securing that funding. I totally agree with all her sentiments. Maybe you can give me a clue how to get that funding as well for Northern Ireland.05 Feb 2026HANSARD Educational Outcomes: Disadvantaged Boys and Young MenOn average, disadvantaged boys are already behind in vocabulary and communication by the time they start school. Does the hon. Gentleman agree that there is an urgent need for a…03 Feb 2026HANSARD Animals in Science Regulation Unit: Annual Report 2024Given the more than 2.6 million procedures and the small year-on-year decrease, does not progress on replacing the use of animals in science remain only incremental? What is…03 Feb 2026HANSARDWales-England Livestock MovementsWhat assessment has the Minister made of the value of a single, UK-wide digital livestock traceability system, to support Welsh farmers and reduce welfare and compliance risks for…21 Jan 2026HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles: Legacy and ReconciliationI rise as a proud Unionist from Northern Ireland, and as somebody who stands four-square with our veterans, innocent victims and their families. I have deep concerns about the…21 Jan 2026HANSARD ADHD DiagnosisBased on UK-wide estimates, about 83,000 people in Northern Ireland are likely to have ADHD, yet it is clear that many remain undiagnosed, particularly women and girls. Does the…20 Jan 2026HANSARD Nigeria: Freedom of Religion or BeliefGiven that reliable sources estimate that tens of thousands of Christians have been killed in Nigeria since 2009, largely in the north and middle belt, placing the country at the…13 Jan 2026