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HANSARD Middle EastOnce again, British citizens taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla—a peaceful aid mission to break the illegal blockade of Gaza—have been severely mistreated by the Israeli…09 Jun 2026HANSARDDebate on the AddressIn 2024, the public voted for change, for an end to Tory chaos and for a Government who would transform their lives. That summer, our Government set out a King’s Speech to deliver…13 May 2026HANSARDMaternity CommissionerIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Alec. I thank my hon. and learned Friend the Member for Folkestone and Hythe (Tony Vaughan) for expertly introducing the…20 Apr 2026HANSARDStatutory Menstrual LeaveNine years.13 Apr 2026HANSARDStatutory Menstrual LeaveIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Mundell. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Colne Valley (Paul Davies) for his opening remarks, and for his compassion and…13 Apr 2026HANSARDStatutory Menstrual LeaveMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. I say that as someone who lives with endometriosis and constantly experiences that pain, thinking about what I can and cannot do, and what I…13 Apr 2026HANSARDPassenger Rail Services5. What steps she is taking to improve passenger rail services.26 Mar 2026HANSARDPassenger Rail ServicesInter-city rail fares in England remain eye-watering. London to Birmingham costs £72 on the day, London to Manchester £172 and London to Liverpool £179, but flying the same route…26 Mar 2026HANSARDGood Friday Agreement11. What steps he is taking to mark the anniversary of the Good Friday agreement.25 Mar 2026HANSARDGood Friday AgreementThe Good Friday agreement recognised the importance of addressing the suffering of victims of the troubles. Legislating for that remains unfinished business, as does the…25 Mar 2026HANSARDBritain’s Role in African Chattel Enslavement and ColonialismI rise very deliberately today, on 25 March, as it is the UN’s International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, and the very day on…25 Mar 2026HANSARD Points of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Tomorrow is the UN’s international day of remembrance of the victims of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade. The Ghanaian…24 Mar 2026HANSARD Immigration ReformsI thank the hon. Member for Perth and Kinross-shire (Pete Wishart) for leading this debate. My Government came to power promising a fairer Britain, so I have to ask plainly, who…17 Mar 2026HANSARD Immigration ReformsMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. How far have we fallen if we renege on those commitments that we have made, particularly those under the refugee convention? Removing such…17 Mar 2026HANSARDCost of Living: Families4. What fiscal steps she has taken to help reduce the cost of living for families.10 Mar 2026HANSARDCost of Living: FamiliesThe Trussell Trust’s recent “Hunger in the UK” report highlights the startling reality of food insecurity. It has found that rates are higher for private renters in receipt of…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillDoes my hon. Friend agree that after enduring 14 years of Conservative government, now is the opportunity to implement the Lammy review in full?10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillWhile there is lots to welcome in the Bill, I fear it has been completely overshadowed by plans to restrict jury trials. This is not what victims are asking for—they need changes…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. She will have heard people talk many times in this Chamber about the lack of diversity in our judicial system. Last July, I met the Bar…10 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastI welcome the Foreign Office’s preparation for a potential evacuation of Britons currently in the middle east and the Prime Minister’s commitment to their safety. However, among…02 Mar 2026