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HANSARD UK’s Withdrawal from the European UnionIt is astounding to me that we are in this position. The British people made their decision in June 2016, yet here we are in March 2019 debating by how long we should be extending…14 Mar 2019HANSARDChildren Act 1989 (Amendment) (Female Genital Mutilation) Bill [Lords]Does my hon. Friend look to the record in France, the approach the French take in dealing with FGM and their success as a source of ideas that we could follow to help cut down on…11 Mar 2019HANSARDChildren Act 1989 (Amendment) (Female Genital Mutilation) Bill [Lords]It is a pleasure to follow my hon. Friend the Member for Walsall North (Eddie Hughes) and his insight into this severe problem and the historical context of the evils from so many…11 Mar 2019HANSARDNew Technologies20. What is my right hon. Friend doing to ensure that small and medium-sized businesses in the north-west of England are at the forefront of our ongoing technological revolution?05 Mar 2019HANSARD Regional Transport InfrastructureWill the hon. Lady give way?05 Mar 2019HANSARD Regional Transport InfrastructureI will not take an intervention because of the time constraints, but I share the hon. Gentleman’s concern about the tolls that have been put on the bridge. I would rather that had…05 Mar 2019HANSARD Regional Transport InfrastructureI appreciate the opportunity to contribute to this important debate, won by the hon. Member for Barnsley Central (Dan Jarvis), on investment in regional transport infrastructure.…05 Mar 2019HANSARD EU Exit Preparations: Ferry ContractsAssuming that the hon. Gentleman wishes to respect democracy and therefore to deliver on the Brexit decision of the British people, may I ask what plans he has to ensure that…05 Mar 2019HANSARDRegeneration of Towns15. What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the effect of the UK leaving the EU on funding for the regeneration of towns.28 Feb 2019HANSARDRegeneration of TownsWill my hon. Friend confirm how we will make the Shared Prosperity Fund better than the EU programmes that it will replace?28 Feb 2019HANSARDRelationships and Sex EducationThere is huge concern about what that consultation means and what impact it has. Can a school still make an overriding decision regardless of the contribution produced by a…25 Feb 2019HANSARDRelationships and Sex EducationIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mrs Moon, and to contribute to this debate on the incredibly important right to remove children from relationships and sex…25 Feb 2019HANSARDDefence Procurement: UK Prosperity17. Does my right hon. Friend the Minister agree that MBDA, located in Bolton and manufacturing in Bolton, makes a huge contribution to our defence, especially by keeping one step…18 Feb 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseEarlier this week my mere mention of Bolton FM brought delight to some Members. May we have a debate about how the Government can support local radio stations through, for…14 Feb 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: Travel DisruptionNo matter what the outcome in terms of the delivery of the democratic decision of the British people, will my right hon. Friend confirm that the electrification project between…14 Feb 2019HANSARD UK’s Withdrawal from the EUWill my right hon. Friend confirm that using techniques and technology that already exist at the border in Northern Ireland is a good foundation for the alternative arrangements?14 Feb 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsT10. Last week, I was interviewed on Bolton FM— [ Interruption. ] Last week, I was interviewed on Bolton FM by a group of young carers who make an immense contribution, but who…11 Feb 2019HANSARDPIP Reassessments: Lifelong DisabilitiesThe personal independence payment reassessment process is taking far too long for my constituents, with an average delay of more than 40 weeks. That causes a problem for people…11 Feb 2019HANSARDSeaborne FreightSpectators of this debate may think that the greatest of catastrophes has happened, but all this debate really reveals is the Conservatives’ support for innovation, for small…11 Feb 2019HANSARDUK Tech Sector InvestmentAs well as having immense strength in artificial intelligence, the UK is a world leader in medical research. Does my hon. Friend agree that the work being done to prepare for our…07 Feb 2019