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HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillNo. We should be fortified by a renewed sense of confidence. [ Interruption. ] In all fairness, I think that I have given way quite a few times. The policy of the Liberal…20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillIn the hope that the hon. Gentleman does not wish to have any further delay, I give way to him.20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillI give way, with pleasure, as I think the hon. Lady may want to talk about this inexplicable fear.20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillMy right hon. Friend perfectly understands what we need to do to restore to this country the advantages of its spectacular marine wealth, and that is exactly what we will do, once…20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillOn the contrary, I think that most people would agree that this strengthens our negotiating position; if we have learnt anything from the experience of the last three years, it is…20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillI am afraid that the hon. and learned Lady has totally misunderstood, or possibly misrepresented, the purpose of what we are doing here. We remain proud of our work in receiving…20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillIf the hon. and learned Lady is against control of immigration, I would like to hear her explain why.20 Dec 2019HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) BillOn that point, I will happily give way to the hon. Gentleman.20 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI responded instantly.19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI believe that if I gave way to the hon. Gentleman, I would be forced to repeat the point I have just made. We will abolish the threat of no-fault evictions, and we will take…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressIf the hon. Lady wants to contest the need for tougher sentences for serious offenders, I am happy to hear her view.19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressThe hon. Lady makes an important and valid point. I have no doubt that she reflects the concerns of her constituents, and we will certainly be looking at what we can do to make…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI am grateful to the hon. Gentleman, and he can certainly be assured of my commitment to ensuring that the beautiful buses continue to be built in Ballymena. I will do everything…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressNo. The scale of our programme is matched only by the sense of responsibility that now falls on all of us who have been elected. Again, I congratulate all new Members, and a huge…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI will happily give way—if the hon. Gentleman is opposed to helping struggling commuters, I am delighted to hear from him.19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI think it was Nicola Sturgeon herself who said that the referendum in 2014 was a “once in a generation” event. I do not know about you, Mr Speaker, but I feel that the Scottish…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressI know the hon. Gentleman wants to ask about buses, but I must make progress. My hon. Friend was elected as a blue collar Conservative from a traditionally Labour seat, a path…19 Dec 2019HANSARD Debate on the AddressThis is the moment to repay the trust of those who sent us here, by delivering on the people’s priorities with the most radical Queen’s Speech for a generation. If there was one…19 Dec 2019HANSARDElection of SpeakerMr Speaker-Elect, I am sure that the whole House will join me in sending condolences to the families and friends of Jack Merritt and Saskia Jones, who were murdered in the…17 Dec 2019HANSARDElection of SpeakerMr Speaker-Elect, I know that you will want to join me in thanking, first of all, the Father of the House for the way that he has conducted today’s proceedings. Where is he?…04 Nov 2019