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HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI have something in common with the hon. Gentleman, as my mum also has her birthday in January—as of course does A. A. Milne, who has been the theme of today’s business questions.…17 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman raises a very serious point. We all recognise the urgent need for much, much more house building, so that more people can meet the aspiration of owning their…17 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseFirst, may I congratulate the Boys’ Brigade in the hon. Gentleman’s constituency? It is the most amazing youth movement right across the world and it really is an example of what…17 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI too heard about that report, which was very concerning. The hon. Lady is absolutely right to raise this matter in the House. I encourage her to seek an Adjournment debate so…17 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman rightly raises a serious constituency issue, and if he would like to write to me with the details I will take it up with the Department for Work and Pensions on…17 Jan 2019HANSARD Points of Orderindicated dissent.16 Jan 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseI am extraordinarily grateful, Mr Speaker— [ Laughter. ]15 Jan 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseI can confirm that your office, Mr Speaker, has the proposal for a business motion tomorrow that proposes that the debate take place over the whole day, until 7 pm.15 Jan 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseYes, subject to the agreement of the House.15 Jan 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseThank you for that clarification, Mr Speaker. With permission, I should like to make a short business statement regarding the business for tomorrow and the remainder of this week.…15 Jan 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal) ActWith permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to make a short business statement regarding the business for tomorrow and the remainder of this week—15 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI am slightly disappointed at the hon. Gentleman for helpfully mansplaining my job to me. I am perfectly able to carry out my job, and I have already answered the question put by…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThat is a heart-warming story, although obviously one that started in tragedy. I congratulate Tony on his absolute commitment to the memorial, and the hon. Lady on raising it…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI am sorry that the hon. Gentleman did not get to ask his question directly to Transport Ministers, but I will do my best. There is now a Government communications plan to try to…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises a concerning case. Too often, there are examples of projects going wrong and wasting taxpayers’ money, which can never be right. He will be aware that there…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI am very concerned to hear what the hon. Lady has said. As she will be aware, the Government have committed £100 million of funding into projects that support organisations…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises an incredibly important issue. All of us share a desire for more homes to be built and for our high streets to thrive more while ensuring protection for the…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises what sounds like a very concerning situation. I would strongly encourage him to seek a further Adjournment debate, so that he can debate it directly with…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI share every one of my hon. Friend’s concerns about this matter. It is horrendous for anybody who has been burgled. I have a constituent who was burgled recently and found it…10 Jan 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI absolutely reassure the hon. Lady that my advice was that the amendment selected yesterday would not be in order and would not be selectable. That is the advice I received, and…10 Jan 2019