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HANSARD Cuba: Humanitarian SituationI thank the right hon. Member for Islington North for bringing forward this urgent question. I do not think that anyone can possibly dispute that energy shortages will prove…08 Jun 2026HANSARDEngagementsQ4. Ninety-seven homes in Coalsnaughton have been evacuated due to ground movement—that is hundreds of people enduring severe emotional and financial distress. This is absolutely…03 Jun 2026HANSARDTransition from Fossil Fuels: ProgressProgress? Not when it comes to Scotland’s jet fuel supply, because yesterday there were fuel shortages at Scottish airports, meaning lengthy delays. Those on the Front Bench will…02 Jun 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. I have concerns about recent reports that the Society of Media Lawyers, which opposes the reform of strategic lawsuits against public participation, has had significant access…19 May 2026HANSARDEnergy SecurityCoalminers were the original victims of an unjust transition and, 40 years on, the Grangemouth oil refinery workers are the modern-day equivalent. PetroChina, the Chinese…19 May 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesFrom the outset, I wish to state my support for the delivery of justice for all the people who were harmed by Jeffrey Epstein and those involved with him who committed such…28 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsIncreasing the uptake of bowel cancer screening improves rates of early diagnosis and saves lives, but about a third of people eligible for a FIT test—a faecal immunochemical…14 Apr 2026HANSARDBusiness of the HouseWhen I went campaigning with Paul Godzik, Suzanne Grahame and Siobhan Paterson, three outstanding Scottish Labour candidates in the Holyrood elections, I was often asked, “What’s…26 Mar 2026HANSARD Prison Officers: Mandatory Body ArmourIt is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Mr Betts. I thank the right hon. Member for New Forest East (Sir Julian Lewis) for bringing this very important debate to Westminster…26 Mar 2026HANSARDOil and GasI thank the hon. Gentleman for giving way, which is generous of him. I have been very critical of my Government in relation to the closure of Grangemouth refinery, but I will give…24 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle East: Economic UpdateIt is expected that food inflation will hit 4%. That means that a typical family’s annual grocery bill will increase by approximately £240. In Scotland, approximately 1 million…24 Mar 2026HANSARDOil and GasI would like to draw the House’s attention to my membership of Unite the union. I agree with my right hon. Friend the Member for Oxford East (Anneliese Dodds): the framing of this…24 Mar 2026HANSARD DefenceIn January, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists —24 Mar 2026HANSARD DefenceThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. This will be a tough enough listen for many in the Chamber to hear it just the once—I do not need to do it three times. In January, the Bulletin…24 Mar 2026HANSARD DefenceYes, I do. But when I look at the threats that we face in this country, I have an inbox full of constituents who are saying that they have to make the incredible decision of…24 Mar 2026HANSARD DefenceThe hon. Gentleman focuses on the constitutional question that is such a huge part of Scottish and UK politics. I honestly have no issue with people who voted yes and I have no…24 Mar 2026HANSARD DefenceI have been very clear—I have said it outside the Chamber, and I will say it inside—that I do not want Scotland or the United Kingdom to have any nuclear weapons. What is the hon.…24 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastUS military aircraft departed from the Scottish Government-owned Prestwick airport up to 32 times in the 10 days before American and Israeli strikes started on Iran. Like many of…23 Mar 2026HANSARDRoyal Mail: PerformanceIt is a pleasure to have you in the Chair, Mr Twigg. I refer Members to my registered interests. I thank the hon. Member for Exmouth and Exeter East (David Reed) for securing the…18 Mar 2026HANSARD Social Enterprises and Community OwnershipIt is a pleasure to see you in the Chair this afternoon, Sir John, and I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Leigh and Atherton (Jo Platt) for securing this debate. When it comes…18 Mar 2026