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HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillThe hon. Member is perfectly right; the Bill will not give justice to innocent victims. Moral clarity is grievously lacking in the Bill. Far from delivering justice, the…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillI rise to oppose the Bill in the strongest possible terms. The Bill has been weighed in the balance of justice and found gravely wanting. It fails the test of fairness, it fails…18 Nov 2025HANSARDEnergy Efficiency Schemes: Consumer Confidencerose—18 Nov 2025HANSARD Parkinson’s DiseaseIn terms of treating those suffering from Parkinson’s, does the hon. Member agree that best practice should be shared across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland so that…17 Nov 2025HANSARDImprisonment for Public ProtectionWhat is the Government’s assessment of the current protocols regarding the comprehensive risk assessments, and can the public be assured that the existing policies on IPP…11 Nov 2025HANSARD Lasting Power of AttorneyIn the light of the projection that 1.4 million people will be living with dementia in the UK in 2040, does the hon. Member agree that we need sufficient safeguards to protect…28 Oct 2025HANSARD World Stroke DayUnfortunately, Northern Ireland, where the hon. Member and I live, has the second highest rate of stroke across the UK, with something like 4,700 strokes each year. Does he agree…28 Oct 2025HANSARD Mandatory Digital IDDoes the hon. Member agree that the vast majority of the population across the UK, including in Northern Ireland, clearly see this for what it is—as a breach of their data, as…21 Oct 2025HANSARDIntertrade UKWhat indicators is the Secretary of State using to measure growth in trade within the UK internal market? Will he commit to publicising an independent assessment of the barriers…15 Oct 2025HANSARDIntertrade UK2. What steps he is taking to ensure that Intertrade UK operates independently and transparently.15 Oct 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland TroublesI personally do not have a great deal of faith in this Government or previous Governments on issues to do with legacy. Can the Secretary of State give assurances that in…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Windsor Framework: Internal Market GuaranteeNorthern Ireland remains subject to over 300 areas of EU law, meaning that our businesses face checks, paperwork and ongoing diversions that no other firms or businesses in…10 Sept 2025HANSARD10-Year Health Plan: Perinatal Mental HealthIn assessing the impact of the 10-year plan on perinatal health for England, can the Minister assure us that the lessons learned will be shared across the rest of the United…22 Jul 2025HANSARDUK Internal MarketIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship today, Dr Huq. This matter is crucial because it deeply affects British livelihoods, communities and the unity that we hold dear…22 Jul 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsIn the light of the tragic loss of young mother Sarah Montgomery, who was seven months pregnant, due to violence, which has left two young girls without a mother and impacted the…08 Jul 2025HANSARDEU Trade Agreement: Economic ImpactRegarding the EU trade agreement, what barriers is the Secretary of State aware of that currently hinder free and unfettered trade from Northern Ireland within the UK? What is the…02 Jul 2025HANSARDBetting and Gaming Duty: HorseracingHow do the Government assess the implementation of a flat rate in terms of improving fairness and simplification for all involved, reducing administrative costs and encouraging…01 Jul 2025HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian SituationWhat is the Government’s assessment of how effectively medical aid can be delivered to those in need in Gaza, including the remaining Israeli hostages?24 Jun 2025HANSARD Unadopted Estates and RoadsI congratulate the hon. Member on securing this debate. We have a situation in my constituency in Groomsport on a road called The Point. There is no management company for this…24 Jun 2025HANSARD Access to GPsI totally agree. There is no point in building new houses if we are not going to put in the infrastructure, including health infrastructure and GPs. While I welcome initiatives…23 Jun 2025