Contributions
1,070 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDEngagementsIt has been revealed by The Observer newspaper that the Conservative candidate for the Mayor of London is a member of the six Facebook groups mentioned by the hon. Member for…01 May 2024HANSARDJimmy LaiThe trial and detention of British citizen Jimmy Lai shows the symbolism and importance of getting a grip on the question of Hong Kongers and their rights. Can the Minister…30 Apr 2024HANSARD Afghan Refugees: Deportation from PakistanI congratulate the hon. Member for North East Fife (Wendy Chamberlain) on presenting the urgent question, and on her work across the House in relation to, in particular, the women…17 Apr 2024HANSARDRussia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2024It is a pleasure to serve under chairmanship, Mr Paisley. I thank the Minister for setting out the regulations. Last month, we reached the two-year point since the initiation of…14 Mar 2024HANSARD Social Housing OccupancyNo, it is not, but we do need to stick to a pledge—regardless of which political party is in government—to replace every single home that is sold off; otherwise, we are depriving…12 Mar 2024HANSARD Social Housing OccupancyI completely agree. The combination of a Labour Government and Labour authorities at regional level would have a huge impact on house building. We know that it needs to be scaled…12 Mar 2024HANSARD Social Housing OccupancyI beg to move, That this House has considered social housing occupancy levels. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Gary. I shall be speaking about an important…12 Mar 2024HANSARD Social Housing OccupancyMy hon. Friend is right that this issue takes political will. If people cannot afford to save while privately renting, they are not able to save for a deposit, so it is a Catch-22…12 Mar 2024HANSARD Social Housing OccupancyAs ever, the hon. Member makes an extremely important point. I am aware from reading in the press that Northern Ireland also has a shortage of the correct sorts of homes. Perhaps…12 Mar 2024HANSARDIsraeli Occupation of the West BankAs Ramadan begins and Passover and Easter approach, it is vital that all places of worship in Jerusalem be respected. I was extremely concerned by suggestions from Israeli…12 Mar 2024HANSARD Budget ResolutionsI congratulate my right hon. Friend on her excellent work on the contaminated blood scandal on behalf of all our constituents. Does she agree that it is heartbreaking for children…06 Mar 2024HANSARD Budget ResolutionsIt is a pleasure to follow the right hon. Member for Gainsborough (Sir Edward Leigh), and to hear about all the challenges in his constituency. There is nothing more important…06 Mar 2024HANSARDFace to Face Banking ServicesI rise to present this petition on behalf of my constituents in Hornsey and Wood Green, who are angry and disappointed that Barclays bank wishes to close its busy Crouch End…22 Feb 2024HANSARDDraft Gender Recognition (Approved Countries and Territories and Saving Provision) Order 2023Does my hon. Friend agree that this has more to do with an election year than with facts and a genuine examination of what is best for the people concerned?06 Feb 2024HANSARD Ministerial Severance: ReformWhen I saw the amounts being talked about in this debate, I could not help but think about an organisation called Haringey Giving, which does brilliant work in my constituency. It…06 Feb 2024HANSARD Ministerial Severance: ReformDoes my hon. Friend agree that people who have £1,000 to make a bet—on anything—may be a bit out of touch with how most people live their lives in this day and age?06 Feb 2024HANSARD Ministerial Severance: ReformDoes my right hon. Friend agree that had any of our constituents been face to face with the Department for Work and Pensions in a similar situation to that which she describes,…06 Feb 2024HANSARDAfghanistan: Hazara CommunitySince the summer of 2021, when the hopes and dreams of so many women and girls in Afghanistan were snuffed out, we have been struggling to get a strategy together. For 20 years…30 Jan 2024HANSARD International Freedom of Religion or Belief BillI thank the hon. Member for Congleton (Fiona Bruce) for bringing forward this Bill today. Having been in many debates with her, I can say that her dedication and commitment to the…26 Jan 2024HANSARD Human Rights in Hong KongIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship in this important debate, Mr Twigg. I congratulate the hon. Member for East Worthing and Shoreham (Tim Loughton) not just on his…23 Jan 2024