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HANSARDNorthern Ireland Protocol: ImplementationI join others in the House today in condemning the attacks on the parliamentary office of the hon. Member for North Down (Stephen Farry) and indeed my own party colleagues. The…02 Feb 2021HANSARD Vaccine Roll-outI thank the Secretary of State for the support being given to the people of Northern Ireland. I know he will join me in thanking our frontline healthcare workers who are…21 Jan 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Leader of the House will recall that my last question to him was in relation to the naming of an MP’s office after two IRA terrorists. While I thank him for his subsequent…21 Jan 2021HANSARDAbortion ServicesIt is still a matter of deep regret that the overwhelming view of the people of Northern Ireland, in wanting to protect life, was and is still disregarded by those in this place.…20 Jan 2021HANSARDEU Trade and Co-operation Agreement: Fishing IndustryDEFRA’s consultation letter of October 2020 on future quota arrangements contained much emphasis on zonal attachment and how it might be applied at UK level. With a small maritime…14 Jan 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland Protocol: Disruption to TradeI welcome the move to remedy the VAT margin scheme for second-hand cars, as that will bring great relief to many who work in the industry. I want to thank the Minister and his…13 Jan 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Secretary of State will know the unprecedented physical and emotional strain our frontline nurses and medics are facing in the fight against covid-19. This is exacerbated by…12 Jan 2021HANSARD Covid-19 Response: Defence SupportIt is tremendous to hear that the armed forces are playing their part in the roll-out of the vaccine across Great Britain and we thank them for that. However, the one part of the…12 Jan 2021HANSARD Economic UpdateThe Chancellor of the Exchequer will share my desire to see economic recovery right across the United Kingdom. I thank him for the support provided to sustain businesses in this…11 Jan 2021HANSARD Online Harms ConsultationI welcome today’s announcement and trust that it represents progress towards making the internet a safer place for my constituents. In protecting our children, the vulnerable and…15 Dec 2020HANSARDEncouragement of Terrorism OffencesI genuinely thank the Minister for his efforts in Northern Ireland; he did a sterling job when he was Secretary of State. The crux of this, in my mind, is the victims of South…10 Dec 2020HANSARDEncouragement of Terrorism Offencesrose—10 Dec 2020HANSARDFuture Relationship with the EUThe Minister will be aware of my party’s support for a deal, and we wish the Prime Minister well in his continued negotiations. She will also be aware of my party’s views on the…10 Dec 2020HANSARDEncouragement of Terrorism OffencesAt the outset, I feel that it is only right that I set out the motivation behind my request for this debate. I want this evening to take the House to the townland of Legananny,…10 Dec 2020HANSARDEncouragement of Terrorism OffencesMy remarks are larger than the Heenan family and the hurt caused to them. My hon. Friend is right that the glorification of terrorism anywhere is wrong and has repercussions for…10 Dec 2020HANSARDChildhood Cancers: ResearchI thank the hon. Member for Gower (Tonia Antoniazzi) for securing this important debate and all those who signed the e-petition. Cameron Truesdale’s name will not resonate with…07 Dec 2020HANSARD Agricultural Transition PlanThe Secretary of State will be aware that farmers need time to transition to a new system. He will also be aware that over 100,000 people are employed in the agrifood sector in…30 Nov 2020HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateThe Secretary of State is to be commended for the initiative that he and the Minister for Care have spearheaded to allow close-contact visits between relatives and residents in…26 Nov 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe Leader of the House will, I am sure, share my opposition to and abhorrence of the glorification of terrorism in our society. Sadly, in Northern Ireland this happens on a daily…26 Nov 2020HANSARD Official Development AssistanceIn the light of the announced reduction in the aid budget, will the Foreign Secretary commit to ensuring that aid will be focused on areas of utmost need, such as tackling the…26 Nov 2020