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HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.16 Mar 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsEvidence presented to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee shows that if the war in Europe is expanded, Russian submarines pose a significant threat to oil and gas tankers,…16 Mar 2026HANSARDRoyal Mail: Universal Service ObligationThe Royal Mail excuses are wearing very thin, are they not? I have constituents who are going to the sorting office and being presented with piles—weeks’ worth—of letters, and…11 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle East: Economic UpdateI welcome the Chancellor’s commitment to giving us energy security by reducing our dependence on international fossil fuel markets and moving to clean energy instead. I also…09 Mar 2026HANSARD Energy MarketsYesterday, the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee looked at the facts and the evidence: Ofgem and NESO told us that the price cap will be in place until June as a short-term…05 Mar 2026HANSARDSpring ForecastThe conflict in the middle east is a reminder of the need to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, which set the price of our energy bills for consumers and businesses; 80% of…03 Mar 2026HANSARDSupport for UkraineThe Foreign Secretary mentioned the importance of Russian oil and gas and the need to disrupt the activities of the shadow fleet. Will she confirm that she is working with allies…03 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastThe Energy Security and Net Zero Committee has heard multiple sets of evidence about the risk in our dependence on fossil fuels, given the volatility of prices. The way that oil…02 Mar 2026HANSARD Local Power PlanSelect Committees look at the evidence. The evidence we have heard is that community energy is a great way of bringing down bills and giving people the confidence to take part in…10 Feb 2026HANSARDHousehold Energy BillsThe costs of new infrastructure are a pressure on bills, as the Secretary of State knows. He deserves enormous credit for the results of the allocation round 7 auction today, in…10 Feb 2026HANSARDVictim Support Services: Funding4. What steps his Department plans to take to ensure the provision of adequate levels of funding for victim support services.03 Feb 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend the Member for Knowsley (Anneliese Midgley) asked about the two-year parole cycle when she raised the appalling case of James Bulger. James’s dad, Ralph, is now a…03 Feb 2026HANSARDVictim Support Services: FundingI am grateful to the Minister for her commitment. Sefton Women’s and Children’s Aid does a brilliant job advocating for victims of domestic abuse, but it has seen a worrying…03 Feb 2026HANSARDResearch and Development BondsMersey Care NHS foundation trust has plans for a world-leading mental health research and development facility at Maghull health park in my constituency. Will the Minister meet me…27 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsThe hon. Lady is on to what we will report on in the second half of our inquiry; we took evidence along those lines in yesterday’s session. The House also heard yesterday from the…22 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsAs I said in my statement, the years and years of under-investment—the complete opposite of what was promised when the energy system was privatised in 1989—have led us to this…22 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsWith permission, I will make a statement on the Government response, which was published yesterday, to the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee report, “Tackling the energy cost…22 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsThe low take-up of smart meters is one of the big challenges that faces the energy market. It is very much linked to some of the problems that customers have around the country. I…22 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsThat is a very important question. It was an important part of what we looked at in the first half of the inquiry. Our recommendations on the cold weather payments are relevant to…22 Jan 2026HANSARD Energy CostsThat is really looking to the second part of our inquiry, but we have heard evidence on this already. The price cap at the start of 2024 was £1,928. It is now £1,758 and,…22 Jan 2026