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321 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDCovid-19: Bus RoutesThe Government’s public messaging to discourage the non-essential use of buses, and of open-access trains for that matter, is deeply damaging commercial routes that rely on public…02 Jul 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Bus RoutesWhat steps he is taking to support commercial bus routes that are in service during the covid-19 outbreak.02 Jul 2020HANSARDReading Terrorist AttackIn the face of great adversity, we often witness the very best of public spirit, selflessness and bravery from our fellow citizens—those who sacrifice concern of their own safety…22 Jun 2020HANSARDRural Areas and Market Towns: Support for BusinessesWhat steps he is taking to support the recovery of businesses in (a) rural areas and (b) market towns during the covid-19 outbreak.16 Jun 2020HANSARDRural Areas and Market Towns: Support for BusinessesMarket towns in West Dorset such as Lyme Regis, Sherborne and Dorchester are thinking ahead, and I am supporting them to look at innovations to boost the local economy following…16 Jun 2020HANSARD Horizon: Sub-Postmaster ConvictionsThe biggest disgrace about all this is that innocent people have been incarcerated and imprisoned. Can the Minister confirm whether there are any sub-postmasters or…10 Jun 2020HANSARDEngagementsI am very grateful for my right hon. Friend’s hard work, and in particular, his commitment to doing whatever it takes to help people to make ends meet during this pandemic, but in…20 May 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI wish to place on record my thanks to the healthcare professionals—the doctor, nurses and particularly our social care workers—across West Dorset. Will the Leader of the House…21 Apr 2020HANSARDCoronavirus BillOn Saturday, we had our first death from coronavirus in West Dorset at our county hospital. However, while a fellow citizen was dying from this awful virus in hospital, others…23 Mar 2020HANSARDSentience and Welfare of AnimalsCan I put it to the hon. Lady that the SNP Government are perhaps following my example of leading the way and saying that we need to ensure that those who have committed the…16 Mar 2020HANSARDSentience and Welfare of AnimalsI am the promoter of the Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill, which my hon. Friend mentioned. Second Reading will take place on Friday 12 June, and I hope that hon. Members present…16 Mar 2020HANSARD High Speed Rail (West Midlands - Crewe) Bill: RevivalAs someone who worked in the railway industry for 20 years, I come to this debate from the opposite direction to my hon. Friend the Member for The Cotswolds (Sir Geoffrey…02 Mar 2020HANSARD High Speed Rail (West Midlands - Crewe) Bill: RevivalI equally want to make sure that we are as supportive of the Government as possible. Those of us who are moving in this debate need to be absolutely assured so, in his summing up,…02 Mar 2020HANSARDInfrastructure Investment: Value for MoneyWill my right hon. Friend assure me of the Government’s commitment to vital rail infrastructure funding for Dorset and the surrounding counties, given that we have a three-hourly…27 Feb 2020HANSARDInfrastructure Investment: Value for Money16. What steps his Department is taking to ensure value for money in infrastructure investment.27 Feb 2020HANSARD Environment BillOur natural environment is of growing importance and concern, both in the United Kingdom and around the world, so it is of great importance that we get this Environment Bill…26 Feb 2020HANSARD Policing (England and Wales)Hear, hear!24 Feb 2020HANSARD Agriculture BillI should declare an interest, as my parents are tenant beef farmers, and I refer Members to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. I rise to offer my maiden…03 Feb 2020HANSARDEnvironmental Standards13. What recent discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on maintaining environmental standards after the UK leaves the EU.09 Jan 2020HANSARDEnvironmental StandardsThe United Kingdom has some of the highest food standards, so will my right hon. Friend confirm that Her Majesty’s Government will not allow substandard agricultural or food…09 Jan 2020