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HANSARDBank Closures and Banking HubsI congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Blyth and Ashington (Ian Lavery) on securing such an important debate. Next week, the Lloyds and Halifax branches in Welwyn Garden…05 Jun 2025HANSARDUK-EU SummitWe have learned a lot about trade policy in the House today. The Conservative party is still desperately defending its failed deal, and as for Reform, we had a no-show from the…20 May 2025HANSARDNATO: European Security17. What recent discussions he has had with NATO allies on European security.19 May 2025HANSARDNATO: European SecurityThe Ukrainian military’s response to Putin’s invasion has been formidable. One of the ways it has been so impressive is through its innovation in drone technology, with Ukraine…19 May 2025HANSARDUK-EU SummitAs this is a debate in the name of His Majesty’s Opposition, it is only right that I share some personal reflections on the record of the Conservative party when it was in…13 May 2025HANSARDUK-EU SummitIt is curious, is it not? I have seen Conservative Front Benchers talking up the OBR when it is convenient, but in this case, when they do not agree with it, they decry it and say…13 May 2025HANSARDTrade NegotiationsMay I add my congratulations to the Minister and everybody involved in getting this significant trade deal with what will soon be the biggest economy in the world over the line?…06 May 2025HANSARD Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan: 80th AnniversaryI am always humbled by the history of this Chamber, but more so than ever today. It was a Government of national unity who steered the United Kingdom through the second world war,…06 May 2025HANSARD Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan: 80th AnniversaryI will happily congratulate the branch of the Royal British Legion in my hon. Friend’s constituency and all those across the country, which are doing such valuable work. After the…06 May 2025HANSARDDevolution (Immigration) (Scotland) BillMany Labour Members are actively in the business of taking on the Reform party, whose Members are absent once again from the Chamber today—I am not sure whether that is to our…25 Apr 2025HANSARDDevolution (Immigration) (Scotland) BillThe Westminster Hall debate was interesting, and was largely conducted in good spirit, though I think his speech slightly misjudged the tone of Westminster Hall. I and a number of…25 Apr 2025HANSARD EU Trading RelationshipI defer to the right hon. Member’s expertise on the fishing sector, but he is absolutely right about the need for an SPS deal. I am proud that that was in the Labour manifesto on…24 Apr 2025HANSARD EU Trading RelationshipI beg to move, That this House has considered the trading relationship with the EU. I declare an interest as the chair of the UK Trade and Business Commission. I am grateful to…24 Apr 2025HANSARD EU Trading RelationshipI agree entirely with my hon. Friend and remain jealous of both his wisdom and his youth. For a clear majority of people in this country, extending opportunities for young people…24 Apr 2025HANSARD EU Trading RelationshipI agree entirely. I have heard far too many stories exactly like that in communities across the country.24 Apr 2025HANSARD UK-US Trade and TariffsI commend my right hon. Friend for the measured tone he has taken on events in Washington. I want to reflect on the agency we have here in London and with our allies in Brussels.…03 Apr 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI recently met Hertsavers, a credit union providing affordable loans and saving products all across Hertfordshire. Of its nearly 3,000 members, I am proud that the majority are in…03 Apr 2025HANSARD Planning and Infrastructure BillI spent the last seven years of my career working in the social housing sector, so I should like to think that I have some understanding of the scale of the housing challenge, the…24 Mar 2025HANSARDJobcentres: Impact on Economic GrowthI am fortunate in my community that we have an above average number of 18 to 24-year-olds, but when I was talking to the manager of the Hatfield jobcentre just last week, they…17 Mar 2025HANSARDJobcentres: Impact on Economic Growth9. What assessment she has made of the potential impact of jobcentres on economic growth.17 Mar 2025