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HANSARDStrip Searching of ChildrenWhat is the Minister doing to address adultification bias in our police and justice system, by which black children are systematically treated as adults and thus denied the basic…28 Mar 2023HANSARD Afghan Resettlement UpdatePerfectly suitable accommodation is not easily available in Newcastle. I know that from the thousands of constituents who write to me desperately seeking it—it is the No. 1 issue.…28 Mar 2023HANSARDBudget Resolutions and Economic SituationThis was a business-as-usual Budget, but after 13 years of economic failure, what my constituents desperately need is change. In the north-east of England, wages in real terms are…20 Mar 2023HANSARDCommercialisation of Science and Technology Research: North-east EnglandAcross the country, our regions are home to thousands of brilliant science start-ups and spin-outs, but they are being hit by a Tory quadruple whammy: slashing R&D tax credits,…15 Mar 2023HANSARDNigerian Elections18. What plans he has for engagement with the Government of Nigeria and other interested parties following the recent elections in that country.14 Mar 2023HANSARDNigerian ElectionsThe UK has a vibrant and engaged Nigerian diaspora. I know; I count myself one of them. Ndi Igbo North East England, in my constituency, has expressed concerns about serious…14 Mar 2023HANSARD Silicon Valley BankThe Minister said, “The system worked.” Certainly, it was a huge relief that the estimated 50% of the UK tech sector that banked with SVB UK could today pay their suppliers and…13 Mar 2023HANSARD Science and Technology FrameworkI welcome the Secretary of State to her place, and I thank her for the advance notice of her statement. I welcome the framework. It will take pride of place on my virtual…07 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs the recent Britishvolt investment shows, the north-east has real strengths in growing sectors such as battery technology, green energy and life sciences. Does the Minister…06 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsIn Newcastle, we need reliable, affordable and accessible bus services, but all we get is lame excuses and short-term sticking plasters. Will the Secretary of State confirm that…02 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.02 Mar 2023HANSARDPowers of Attorney BillI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on his Bill, which is an example of the much-needed modernisation of legal processes and—as he said—the efficiency and ease of access that…01 Mar 2023HANSARDTurkey and Syria EarthquakesThe earthquakes in Syria and Turkey have shocked and appalled us all. For the Turkish and Syrian communities in Newcastle, that horror is particularly close. They want to know why…01 Mar 2023HANSARDNHS Workforce ExpansionMy hon. Friend is making an excellent speech. Does he agree that the lack of support for a workforce plan, and the deliberate running down of the NHS, will prevent it from being…28 Feb 2023HANSARDNHS Workforce ExpansionI am pleased to hear the Minister say that it is the Government’s duty to look at every available option. During the pandemic, I take it that she clapped on her doorstep for the…28 Feb 2023HANSARD Northern Ireland ProtocolThe issues with the Northern Ireland protocol have damaged our communities, our economy and our democracy, so of course I welcome the agreement and look forward to a better…27 Feb 2023HANSARD Draft Radio Equipment (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023In response to the point of order, I am not sure whether the hon. Member for Lichfield is saying that there is no issue with our emergency services, even though this delegated…22 Feb 2023HANSARD Draft Radio Equipment (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023I am glad to see that the hon. Member for Lichfield is as amusing as he always is—even if he is not as accurate as he should be. The debate has been much livelier than was…22 Feb 2023HANSARD Draft Radio Equipment (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023And longer than was anticipated—thanks to so many contributions from the hon. Member for Lichfield. I hope that the Minister will address seriously the concerns about the…22 Feb 2023HANSARD Draft Radio Equipment (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023Will the Minister give way?22 Feb 2023