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HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillI thank the hon. Lady for her comments. Having spoken to headteachers in private schools, I know that that is what some of them are looking to do. I recognise that may not be the…15 Jan 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillYes, I certainly have the time.15 Jan 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillAs I have about two hours to give this speech, I want to start by going back to the summer of 1983— [ Laughter. ] I have just told everyone how old I am, have I not? Thank you,…15 Jan 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillWill the hon. Member give way?15 Jan 2025HANSARDHigher Education Regulatory ApproachI thank the Secretary of State for this statement. I think freedom of speech is really important, but it should be done in an environment of shared respect, as it is most of the…15 Jan 2025HANSARD Local Government ReorganisationI thank the Minister for his statement. Many of us across the House will have campaigned in district elections, as I have in Harlow. The No.1 thing that comes up on the doorstep…15 Jan 2025HANSARDEconomic GrowthNorthern Ireland’s economy has strong and dynamic sectors, from agrifood to aerospace, and from shipbuilding to cyber-security. Does the Secretary of State agree that Northern…15 Jan 2025HANSARDRenters’ Rights BillAs the Minister will know, before coming to this place I worked for a homelessness charity in Harlow called Streets2Homes. Part of our role was to support homeless people—both…14 Jan 2025HANSARD UK-China Economic and Financial DialogueWill the Chancellor outline how the visit is an example of ongoing dialogue with the international community, which will benefit businesses and residents in my constituency of…14 Jan 2025HANSARDRenters’ Rights BillWill the hon. Gentleman give way?14 Jan 2025HANSARDDrones: High-security PrisonsI recognise that this issue is very much related to drugs. Having previously worked for a homeless charity, I have seen the huge amount of damage that drugs can cause to people’s…14 Jan 2025HANSARD Violence against Women and GirlsI thank the Minister for her opening speech. Equally, as hon. Members across the House have done, I thank the Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department, my hon. Friend the…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseOver the Christmas recess, I was lucky enough to visit South East Harlow Sports and Youth Association, a fantastic grassroots organisation that supports young people in my…09 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillMy hon. Friend mentions free breakfast clubs and the removal of some branded school uniform items. We talk about uniforms costing up to £500, but does he agree that the figure is…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillWhen I thought about why I was going to support this Bill and why it is so important to me, I thought about the number of children I have taught over the years. The sad reality is…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillThe right hon. Member for Beverley and Holderness (Graham Stuart) mentioned uniformity, but the only uniform measures I can see in the Bill are about saving parents money on…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillI welcome the hon. Lady’s comments about the need for young people to have hot food. At Jerounds primary school in my constituency, the kitchen is closed because of reinforced…08 Jan 2025HANSARDCrown Estate Bill [Lords]Does my hon. Friend agree that the Bill is another example of how this Labour Government are rolling up their sleeves, getting the job done, and creating growth and jobs for…07 Jan 2025HANSARD Winter PreparednessI welcome today’s statement and take a moment to thank emergency services in Harlow and across the country who are giving up spending time with their families at Christmas to keep…18 Dec 2024HANSARD Provisional Local Government Finance SettlementMadam Deputy Speaker, let me wish you a lovely Christmas break. [Hon. Members: “Ah!”] Don’t put me off. I welcome the Minister’s statement. As someone who worked for a homeless…18 Dec 2024