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HANSARDAutomotive Manufacturing: EmploymentI certainly agree with what my hon. Friend says about energy prices, and I will talk about that a bit later. When I visited BMW’s plant, I met hard-working staff, who are the most…07 May 2025HANSARDUnited States Film TariffShinfield Studios in Wokingham borough has brought hundreds of jobs to my constituents and to many across Berkshire. It is a very important part of our local economy and a symbol…07 May 2025HANSARDPersonal Independence Payment: Disabled PeopleIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Dr Allin-Khan. I commend the right hon. Member for Hackney North and Stoke Newington (Ms Abbott) for securing this very important…07 May 2025HANSARDTrade NegotiationsI thank the Minister for advance sight of his statement. At a time when Donald Trump is fuelling global instability through protectionism, international co-operation is more…06 May 2025HANSARDTrade AgreementsYesterday, I asked the Prime Minister whether Parliament will get a final vote on any trade deal negotiated with the United States, and the Prime Minister stated that it would go…01 May 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseLast week I hosted a haematology workforce roundtable to understand the significant issues in that vital part of the NHS. It is understaffed, overworked, hampered by…01 May 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionPrime Minister: Engagements The following extract is from Prime Minister ’s questions on 30 April 2025.01 May 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionLater today, I will introduce a Bill to guarantee that Parliament has the final say on any trade deal, including any agreement with President Trump. This idea is not new; it is…01 May 2025HANSARDOther CorrectionLater today, I will introduce a Bill to guarantee that Parliament has the final say on any trade deal, including any agreement with President Trump. This idea is not new; it is…01 May 2025HANSARDExports to the EUThe Government need to deliver measures that will cut red tape for businesses in Wokingham and across the country who want to sell their goods to our largest trading partner, the…01 May 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ1. If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 30 April.30 Apr 2025HANSARDEngagementsI associate myself with the remarks of the Prime Minister about the professionalism of our armed forces, and I too congratulate Mark Carney on being elected Prime Minister of…30 Apr 2025HANSARDKashmir: Increasing TensionMany of my constituents have been hit hard by the recent massacre in Kashmir. The perpetrators of the massacre must face the full force of the law. An open dialogue between India…29 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]The Bill must expand the list of protected assets to include training grounds, car parks and hotels. The owner of Reading football club, Dai Yongge, tried to sell the club’s…28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]Terms for the sale of Reading football club have been agreed, but we are currently waiting for Dai Yongge’s signature for a deal to go through. Sadly, we have been here before.…28 Apr 2025HANSARD Bank Resolution (Recapitalisation) Bill [Lords]The Liberal Democrats are supportive of the Bill, because the last thing taxpayers need to worry about are the consequences of an under-regulated banking sector. I have brought…24 Apr 2025HANSARD EU Trading RelationshipIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Jeremy. I commend the hon. Member for Welwyn Hatfield (Andrew Lewin) for his evidence-based opening remarks. The…24 Apr 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseJust before the recess, I was unexpectedly a guest of the NHS at the Queen Elizabeth hospital in Gateshead. It was a result of my delayed cancer diagnosis 17 years ago. I…24 Apr 2025HANSARD Pension FundsI thank my hon. Friend for securing the debate. Sue, a constituent of mine, is trying to obtain her full HSBC pension, but because of a clawback deduction by her former employer…23 Apr 2025HANSARDCancer Strategies2. Whether he has had recent discussions with the Scottish Government on the implementation of cancer strategies.23 Apr 2025