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HANSARDHong Kong: Pro-Democracy ActivistsI echo the concerns expressed on both sides of the House that, in the light of recent developments, the rights of citizens of Hong Kong are being eroded. What is the Government’s…10 Apr 2019HANSARD Turkey: Treatment of KurdsI, too, congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing the debate and I would like to echo the comment that he has just made. It is a fact that the west and the wider world have let…10 Apr 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal) (No. 5) BillOn the points the right hon. Gentleman has made about amendment 6, does he not agree with me that, as opposed to representing a sincere interest in and respect for the devolved…03 Apr 2019HANSARDForeign Direct InvestmentThe Secretary of State will be aware that the Irish Government have recently reopened their consulate in Cardiff. What more can the Government do to encourage other countries to…03 Apr 2019HANSARDWildlife Crime EnforcementThe Minister will be aware of the devastating impact that dog attacks on livestock can have for farmers. What discussions are the Government having with colleagues about possible…28 Mar 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseMay we have a debate on the way in which police forces are funded, and the Government assumptions that underpin decisions on funding? For instance, council tax will contribute…14 Mar 2019HANSARDSpring StatementWill the Chancellor clarify the extent to which reduced business investment and fewer tax reliefs have contributed to higher corporation tax receipts?13 Mar 2019HANSARD Solar IndustryDoes the Minister also recognise the potential for the energy company obligation scheme to support innovation, particularly in renewable energy? Often, the challenges to securing…05 Mar 2019HANSARD Residents of Leisure Park HomesLike the hon. Gentleman, I have many holiday parks in my constituency, and it is important to put on record that not all are as unscrupulous as some of the examples that we have…27 Feb 2019HANSARDRNLI New Quay13. What recent discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Transport on the future of the RNLI lifeboat in New Quay.27 Feb 2019HANSARDRNLI New QuayI thank the Minister for his answer. He will be aware that the decision to remove the all-weather lifeboat from New Quay has caused considerable concern in Ceredigion and further…27 Feb 2019HANSARD Future Free Trade AgreementsThe hon. Gentleman makes an important point about how many other nations will look at the market size of the UK and will perhaps consider that they do not want to concede in the…21 Feb 2019HANSARD Future Free Trade AgreementsMy hon. Friend is making an important point about how Parliaments across the United Kingdom should have a thorough input to trade negotiations, including the mandate. The Welsh…21 Feb 2019HANSARD Aberystwyth to Carmarthen Railway ReopeningI thank my hon. Friend for securing this debate. He makes a valid point about the need to reconnect our communities and bring about economic regeneration in the western part of…20 Feb 2019HANSARD Aberystwyth to Carmarthen Railway ReopeningMy hon. Friend is generous with his time. To elaborate on his point about the railway’s potentially being a spine of the economy, it could also be the spine of a more integrated…20 Feb 2019HANSARD Making Tax DigitalIt is good to see that the Government recognise that accessing adequate broadband remains a challenge to many businesses, especially those in more rural areas. Will the Minister…19 Feb 2019HANSARDSantander Closures and Local CommunitiesI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing this important debate. He makes the good point that when branches close, there are often no alternative sources for people to access…14 Feb 2019HANSARDSantander Closures and Local CommunitiesThe hon. Lady makes a very important point about banking hubs. Mine is just a point of information. It is ironic that some co-located branches used to exist in my constituency in…14 Feb 2019HANSARDLegal Aid: Post-Implementation ReviewWales has seen the largest decline in legal aid providers over the past five years, with a decrease of some 29%. How will the Lord Chancellor ensure that citizens in Wales,…07 Feb 2019HANSARDScientific, Cultural and Educational ProgrammesDiolch, Mr Speaker. In addition to ensuring participation in the European Union framework programme for research and innovation, it is just as crucial that immigration policy…24 Jan 2019