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HANSARDPalestinian School Textbooks: EU ReviewI thank my hon. Friend for his excellent question, and I concur. Education is absolutely at the heart of this process; it is mission-critical to establishing a peaceful resolution…30 Jun 2021HANSARDPalestinian School Textbooks: EU ReviewI concur entirely. What is required is a full reading of the body of evidence, because the executive summary does not seem to reflect that evidence. In fact, it must be contested…30 Jun 2021HANSARDPalestinian School Textbooks: EU ReviewI thank the right hon. Gentleman for his question, which strikes at the heart of the point I was making: although there is increased coverage and focus on human rights, that does…30 Jun 2021HANSARDDisadvantaged Students: Tutoring SupportWhat steps his Department is taking to provide disadvantaged students with access to high-quality tutoring support.21 Jun 2021HANSARDUK-EU Co-operation and Tutoring AgreementWhat assessment his Department has made of the effect of the UK-EU Cooperation and Trade Agreement on (a) higher and (b) further education.21 Jun 2021HANSARDDelayed Speech: Disadvantaged ChildrenWhat steps he is taking to tackle the increase in delayed speech among reception age children from disadvantaged backgrounds as a result of the covid-19 outbreak.21 Jun 2021HANSARDDisadvantaged Students: Tutoring SupportEarly feedback from my local school leaders suggests that tutoring is going to make a real difference, but there is some small concern that it can come with an opportunity cost in…21 Jun 2021HANSARDEnglish Language TeachingWhat discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on supporting the recovery of the UK’s English language teaching sector.10 Jun 2021HANSARDEnglish Language TeachingThe English language is arguably this country’s most successful export. Covid has of course devastated the sector, and with the international scene still challenging, the impact…10 Jun 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am delighted to report back to my right hon. Friend that the University of Brighton, which has a campus in Eastbourne, has experienced a significant rise in the number of…08 Jun 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseMy constituent Rosie Aldridge’s son, Alfie, was diagnosed at eight with adrenoleukodystrophy. He can no longer walk, chew or swallow. Rosie describes this as every parent’s…20 May 2021HANSARDPersecution for Religion and BeliefWhat assessment the Church of England has made of where people are at most risk of persecution as a result of their religion and belief.22 Apr 2021HANSARDPersecution for Religion and BeliefThe global pandemic has only exacerbated the persecution of people of faith. I was dismayed to learn from this year’s world watch list that Nigeria has become increasingly hostile…22 Apr 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe eviction ban instituted by my right hon. Friend last year and due to end in May has undoubtedly saved untold misery. Now, covid-related rent arrears, built over successive…19 Apr 2021HANSARDGovernment Contracts: Small BusinessesI so welcome all that my hon. Friend has said on this. I am mustard-keen to see Government contracts open up and work for businesses and charities in Eastbourne. The latest…11 Feb 2021HANSARDGovernment Contracts: Small BusinessesWhat steps the Government are taking to increase opportunities for small businesses to bid for Government contracts.11 Feb 2021HANSARDEngagementsQ19. There is no shortage of commitment or compassion in my town of Eastbourne for homeless people, who are vulnerable and need complex support. However, neighbouring Brighton…10 Feb 2021HANSARD Building SafetyToo many people in Eastbourne have suffered the stress and the strain of looming costs, and today there will be some relief at the announcement that my right hon. Friend has made.…10 Feb 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Government have provided life support to the hospitality sector, but my hoteliers are flagging that we are moving into a potential perfect storm of deferred payments coming…09 Feb 2021HANSARDMigrant Channel CrossingsWhat steps her Department is taking to stop migrants crossing the English channel illegally.08 Feb 2021