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HANSARDSocial Housing StandardsI thank my right hon. Friend for his statement and strong response, and I join colleagues across the House in our heartbreak for Awaab and his family. Sadly, the conditions that…16 Nov 2022HANSARDBritain’s Industrial FutureI am grateful for the opportunity to speak in this debate on the UK’s industrial future. Guildford is a constituency rooted with industrial heritage. From the wool trade several…15 Nov 2022HANSARDCOP27The UK is proof that one can achieve growth and slash emissions at the same time. Does the Prime Minister agree that we have an enduring commitment to go for clean and sustainable…09 Nov 2022HANSARDState Pension Triple LockOn the autumn statement coming on 17 November, which is next week, it is accompanied by a full forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility. Is that not the responsible time…08 Nov 2022HANSARDState Pension Triple LockAt a time of challenges at home and abroad, it is vital that we support our pensioners through this winter. I understand the concern that is felt by many people across the…08 Nov 2022HANSARD Papers Relating to the Home SecretaryThank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, for calling me so early in the debate. When it comes to standards in public life and adhering to the ministerial code, my constituents are very quick…08 Nov 2022HANSARD Papers Relating to the Home SecretaryThank you, Mr Deputy Speaker. As a result, speeches will be short. It is not appropriate for the Government to publish information relating to confidential advice, which is sought…08 Nov 2022HANSARDAsylum Seekers Accommodation and SafeguardingThis issue is important to my Guildford constituents and important to me. Does my right hon. Friend agree that by controlling illegal immigration we can ensure that we have the…07 Nov 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhat is the Secretary of State’s response to the allegations made yesterday, following her appointment, by Ben Cohen of Pink News ?26 Oct 2022HANSARDEngagementsQ8. The Wey Navigation winds through the heart of Guildford and is a much-treasured part of our local environment. I welcome the announcement by the Secretary of State for…12 Oct 2022HANSARDTributes to Her Late Majesty the QueenIt is a privilege to speak on behalf of my constituents. I will focus my remarks on Her Majesty’s role in marking the milestones of Guildford throughout her reign. Queen Elizabeth…10 Sept 2022HANSARD EU Retained LawCan my right hon. Friend confirm that it remains a priority for this Government to use our newfound Brexit freedoms to develop a pro-growth, high standards regulatory framework…22 Jun 2022HANSARDSpeaker’s ConferenceOn paragraph 5(a), which talks about powers, is it my right hon. Friend’s understanding that Members of Parliament and current members of staff will be fully consulted in that…22 Jun 2022HANSARDMenopauseIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Robertson, and to follow the hon. Member for Edmonton (Kate Osamor). I congratulate the hon. Member for Swansea East (Carolyn…09 Jun 2022HANSARD Levelling-up and Regeneration BillThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. You will be delighted to know that I will stick to my time. I welcome this much-awaited Bill. Levelling up opportunity everywhere is recognised by…08 Jun 2022HANSARDEngagementsI welcome the important interim report from Dr Hilary Cass in which she highlights the need for more research into why so many young girls are presenting with gender distress.…23 Mar 2022HANSARDGender Recognition ActIt is a pleasure to speak under your chairmanship, Sir George, in today’s important debate. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Carshalton and Wallington (Elliot Colburn) for…21 Feb 2022HANSARD Education (Careers Guidance in Schools) BillI commend my hon. Friend the Member for Workington (Mark Jenkinson) for this amazing Bill. I was not able to speak on Second Reading because I was a Parliamentary Private…14 Jan 2022HANSARD Education: Return in JanuaryI welcome my right hon. Friend’s statement. I thank him and his ministerial team, and the officials at the Department for Education, for working tirelessly throughout the…05 Jan 2022HANSARDCopyright (Rights and Remuneration of Musicians, etc.) BillOur right hon. Friend the Member for Maldon (Mr Whittingdale) talked about the blank tape levy, and as my hon. Friend is talking about lyrics, did he ever, like me, have blank…03 Dec 2021