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HANSARDEngagementsQ6. Violent crime has risen by 19% and robberies have risen by 17%, and we have all seen the devastating and tragic impact of the increase in knife crime in our communities. This…27 Mar 2019HANSARDChildren’s Health and WellbeingThe Secretary of State will be aware that, last Monday, I published my report, with the Royal Society for Public Health, on children’s mental health and social media. May I place…26 Mar 2019HANSARD European Council: Article 50 ExtensionBefore I ask my question, let me say that the Minister should join his Chief Whip in saying that he is appalled by the Prime Minister’s language. I have been standing up to…22 Mar 2019HANSARDWelsh Railway Network10. What plans he has to increase funding for the Welsh railway network.21 Mar 2019HANSARDWelsh Railway NetworkWales contains 11% of the UK railway network, but since 2010 it has received only 2% of the overall funding. Last year it received £177 million, while north-west London alone…21 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMay I press the rail Minister again in relation to the Pencoed level crossing in my constituency? I have been asking for almost three years now for Transport Ministers to engage…21 Mar 2019HANSARD EducationThe Minister may be aware that on Monday the all-party group on social media and young people’s mental health and wellbeing, which I co-chair, published its report, “#NewFilters:…20 Mar 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseCan I ask the Leader of the House for some Government time for a debate on scamming? This week, my constituents have been contacting my office to say that people are calling…14 Mar 2019HANSARDDark Money9. The problem is that the Government spend an awful lot of time condemning the actions of the press or social media platforms, but right now there are social media posts…13 Mar 2019HANSARDAccess to JusticeA recent report from Women’s Aid has set out that many women are now having to represent themselves because they do not meet the threshold for legal aid. But the report also says…12 Mar 2019HANSARDCommonwealth DayThe Minister is absolutely right to make a statement today, and I wish everyone a very happy Commonwealth Day. As part of our work in the Commonwealth, it is important to be a…11 Mar 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland (Regional Rates and Energy) (No. 2) BillI am grateful to the Secretary of State for giving way; she is being very generous with her time. On the domestic rate—the 3% plus inflation; so 4%, there or thereabouts—clearly…06 Mar 2019HANSARDSt David’s DayI agree with my hon. Friend, and one of the most frustrating things is that the Secretary of State makes bold announcements about railway infra- structure investments and plans…28 Feb 2019HANSARDSt David’s DayThe hon. Gentleman has paid tribute to the Secretary of State. Will he join me in also paying tribute to my hon. Friend the Member for Newport East (Jessica Morden), who has…28 Feb 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe Leader of the House will know of the publication of various reports showing that the UK Government’s austerity drive is adversely affecting women more than anyone else.…28 Feb 2019HANSARDSt David’s DayI agree with my hon. Friend, and I would add that Wales has 11% of the railway infrastructure and has had only 2% of the funding since 2010, which is a shocking failure of the…28 Feb 2019HANSARDSt David’s DayIt is a pleasure to speak in today’s debate at a particularly happy time for all Welsh Members, following Saturday’s sensational try by Josh Adams that propelled the Welsh team to…28 Feb 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: Economic SupportI am asking the questions, not you.27 Feb 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: Economic Support11. One of the ways that the Welsh Secretary could start doing his job and providing support for the Welsh economy is by confirming how the Shared Prosperity Fund will work beyond…27 Feb 2019HANSARD Aberystwyth to Carmarthen Railway ReopeningDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that one of the most peculiar things about the current devolution settlement for rail infrastructure is that the Secretary of State for Wales makes…20 Feb 2019