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HANSARDBusiness of the HouseWe are a proud cathedral city. Everyone in Peterborough has a story to tell about our cathedral, whether it is attending a carol service, going to a graduation or community event,…16 Jan 2025HANSARDMiddle EastMy right hon. Friend is right that this is not a day for celebration; it is a day for prayer—prayer that this deal is seen through and prayer that hostages and ordinary…16 Jan 2025HANSARDArtificial Intelligence Opportunities Action PlanI thank the Secretary of State and his team for their vision and leadership on this critical issue. These exciting plans could help us to drive growth, create jobs and improve…13 Jan 2025HANSARDWater (Special Measures) Bill [ Lords ] (First sitting)As a new Member, it is a privilege to serve on a Bill Committee under your chairmanship, Mr Vickers—I hope I will get all of it right. I felt particularly moved to speak on these…09 Jan 2025HANSARDNorthern GazaMay I put on record my thanks to the Minister for the care and concern about the situation that he shows Members? Yet every time we meet, the situation seems to have become more…07 Jan 2025HANSARDGreat British Energy: Job CreationAn important aspect of Great British Energy’s work will be ensuring industrial strength in all areas of the UK. Places such as Peterborough are well placed to develop high-skilled…17 Dec 2024HANSARD Trades and ApprenticeshipsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Betts. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Portsmouth North (Amanda Martin) on securing this debate. It is a…17 Dec 2024HANSARDGreat British Energy: Job Creation20. What assessment he has made of the potential impact of Great British Energy on job creation in industrial communities. [R]17 Dec 2024HANSARD Water (Special Measures) Bill [Lords]Phew! Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. [ Laughter. ] I am privileged to speak on Second Reading of a Bill that is of huge interest to my constituents and the country. After 14…16 Dec 2024HANSARD Business of the HousePeterborough lido is one of the jewels in the crown of our city. Just two years ago, we had a hydrotherapy pool and an indoor pool as well as the lido, but due to the reckless…12 Dec 2024HANSARDFarming and Inheritance TaxThat was quicker than I expected, Madam Deputy Speaker, so thank you. It is a privilege to speak in the debate. Nothing goes to the heart of the health, wellbeing and prosperity…04 Dec 2024HANSARDFarming and Inheritance TaxThere is a lot of talk from the Opposition, who are getting very excited by this debate, about farms, but we have to remember that farms rely on farm workers. In the name of…04 Dec 2024HANSARDFarming and Inheritance TaxI certainly recognise from door-knocking in rural communities and talking to rural workers that food poverty has gone up in my constituency. People have found it harder to get a…04 Dec 2024HANSARDFarming and Inheritance TaxI thank the right hon. Member for being a champion in this House of skills and trade unions, which are sadly too rarely championed by Conservative Members. I recognise his points…04 Dec 2024HANSARDFarming and Inheritance TaxWill the hon. Lady give way?04 Dec 2024HANSARD Respect Orders and Antisocial BehaviourI think there is an unwritten rule in this House that whoever asks the last question gets to be top of the pilot list. Given its beautiful cathedral and wonderful diversity,…27 Nov 2024HANSARD“Get Britain Working” White PaperThis is a momentous White Paper by a momentous Secretary of State. Yesterday, I had the great privilege to take my right hon. Friend to Peterborough college to meet excellent…26 Nov 2024HANSARDNHS Dentists: Access7. What assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of access to NHS dentists.19 Nov 2024HANSARDNHS Dentists: AccessYesterday, I heard from a disabled constituent who has spent over a year trying to find an NHS dentist, but without success. The only solution was to come to London for emergency…19 Nov 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. Groups such as Light Project Peterborough do vital work to support homeless veterans, but as we know, demand has risen in recent years. Will the Minister welcome and…18 Nov 2024