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HANSARD FIFA World Cup 2022My right hon. Friend makes an extremely important point—he may as well have read the next line of my speech. The cost of alcohol and the cost of accommodation really matter and…20 Oct 2022HANSARD FIFA World Cup 2022I, too, pay tribute to hon. and right hon. Members for all their valued comments. It is extremely important to highlight and recognise the issues, and to look forward with…20 Oct 2022HANSARDCost of Living Crisis: Devolved Budget, Households and BusinessesThe Minister referred to the significant increases in the Welsh block grant over the past 10 years, which equate to £120 for every £100 spent in England. In spite of that very…19 Oct 2022HANSARDEconomic UpdateI pay tribute to the Chancellor for his statement and for the urgency with which he has acted. The energy price guarantee was welcomed across the House, although it was probably…17 Oct 2022HANSARDEconomic SituationYesterday, the International Monetary Fund underlined the position of the UK economy as the fastest growing in the G7. Despite the noises off, it further stated that the recent…12 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesI will respond to some of the points that have been made, but we need to recognise that the absolute cause of the challenge is the war in Ukraine and Putin’s aggression. Anyone…11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesThe hon. Lady is making some interesting points about the real impact and cost for businesses, individuals and families, but I am not quite sure what she is asking for. Is she…11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesI am grateful to the hon. Member for underlining that point. I recognise that it is a complex situation. There are so many facets, which is why, again, we need to have a…11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesWill the hon. Lady give way?11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesWill the Minister give way?11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Betts. I congratulate the hon. Member for Cardiff North (Anna McMorrin) on securing this important debate. I look forward to…11 Oct 2022HANSARD Energy Costs in WalesI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing this important debate. In addition to that tirade of comments, will she recognise that the energy price guarantee is the most generous…11 Oct 2022HANSARDTributes to Her Late Majesty The QueenOn behalf of my constituents, I rise to pay tribute to and give thanks for the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Among all the recollections of right hon. and hon. Members,…09 Sept 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationMy hon. Friend makes an important point about the complexity of the system, particularly in relation to wines and the variation of ABV, which depends on circumstances. I am torn…07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationIt has been a privilege to hold this debate and I am grateful to all Members who have contributed. I think it is obvious that right across the House there is strong support for…07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationI beg to move, “That this House has considered Alcohol Duty and tax on alcohol.” I am grateful to the hon. Member for Gateshead (Ian Mearns) and the Backbench Business Committee…07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationThe hon. Member makes an extremely important point. As I said, some people are encouraged to drink more at home by the discounted prices offered by the large retailers. I would…07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationI am grateful to my hon. Friend for his point. The significant advantage that the cider industry receives—the differential in taxation status— is testament to the campaigning that…07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationMy hon. Friend makes an important point that underlines the issues that we have highlighted.07 Jul 2022HANSARD Alcohol TaxationI have limited time, but I will give way briefly.07 Jul 2022