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HANSARD Migration: Settlement PathwayI agree with the Home Secretary that fairness must be at the heart of the immigration system, but would she say a little more about the route to settlement for the Ukrainian…20 Nov 2025HANSARD Remembrance Day: Armed ForcesIt is a pleasure briefly to the debate today. May I associate myself with the words of other hon. Members, reflecting the respect and gratitude we have for servicemen and…11 Nov 2025HANSARDProperty TaxesDoes the Minister agree that taxation is intrinsically linked to economic growth and that there are already green shoots of recovery in the economy, with three trade deals and…03 Sept 2025HANSARDProperty TaxesWill the Minister give way?03 Sept 2025HANSARD English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillI draw the House’s attention to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests, which includes the fact that I remain a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered…02 Sept 2025HANSARDAlcohol and CancerIn Scotland, we have minimum alcohol pricing per unit. Will the Minister and the APPG consider that when making future interventions?08 Jul 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionI completely disagree with the hon. Gentleman. In my view, low growth in Scotland has been related to the threat of a second independence referendum, and I would put the blame for…03 Jul 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionI completely disagree with the hon. Gentleman. In my view, low growth in Scotland has been related to the threat of a second independence referendum, and I would put the blame for…03 Jul 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionSpending Review 2025: Scotland The following extract is from the Westminster Hall debate on Spending Review 2025: Scotland on 2 July 2025.03 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: ScotlandI completely disagree with the hon. Gentleman. In my view, low growth in Scotland has been related to the threat of a second independence referendum, and I would put the blame for…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: ScotlandIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir John. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Dunfermline and Dollar (Graeme Downie) for bringing us such a worthwhile debate.…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: ScotlandI used to run a small business. Does the hon. Member acknowledge that interest rates and inflation also have a huge impact on small businesses?02 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseOn 5 July, Renfrewshire hosts the annual Sma’ Shot Day parade, as it celebrates the victory of weavers over their employers in the 19th century. For more than 30 years, Mr Tony…26 Jun 2025HANSARDAviation Sector7. What steps she is taking to support the aviation sector.26 Jun 2025HANSARDAviation SectorHas the Minister had discussions with the Scottish Government on how best to use the substantial increase in the Scottish budget to support the aviation sector? In particular,…26 Jun 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and Girls10. What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help tackle violence against women and girls.07 May 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and GirlsWill the Minister please give consideration to women’s safety in and around railway stations? Will she focus on unmanned railway stations? I have many in my constituency.07 May 2025HANSARDScientific and Regulatory Procedures: Use of DogsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Ms Jardine. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for North Ayrshire and Arran (Irene Campbell) for introducing the topic. This…28 Apr 2025HANSARDDevolution (Immigration) (Scotland) BillDoes my right hon. Friend agree that the state of the national health service in Scotland is contributing to the low birth rate in Scotland, and we need to invest in maternity,…25 Apr 2025HANSARD Wickford Town Centre RegenerationAs a former chartered surveyor, with 30 years in commercial property before entering this place, I congratulate the right hon. Member for Rayleigh and Wickford (Mr Francois) on…25 Apr 2025