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HANSARDGenetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill (First sitting)Q Thank you to the witnesses for the excellent information so far. Obviously, you represent NFU England. This is an England-only Bill, and we welcome the opportunity for devolved…28 Jun 2022HANSARD Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) BillThe hon. Lady is making a lot of points about how this is, of course, a devolved area, but does she therefore disagree with the president of NFU Scotland, Martin Kennedy, when he…15 Jun 2022HANSARD Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) BillI may be tempted to agree with that, but, in my experience as a Scotland Office Minister, I think that it is much more productive to work with Scottish Government Ministers behind…15 Jun 2022HANSARD Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) BillIt has been said, but it bears repetition, that gene editing is different from genetic modification, because it does not result in the introduction of DNA from other species. Gene…15 Jun 2022HANSARDEconomy UpdateAs the Chancellor knows, I have spoken in this House and privately to him against Labour’s proposals for a windfall tax— [ Interruption. ] I was waiting for the heckle. In my…26 May 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT2. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.19 May 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsI regularly hear from residents in Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Turriff and other towns and villages across my constituency complaining about the excessive noises from car exhausts, as…19 May 2022HANSARDTackling Short-term and Long-term Cost of Living IncreasesI genuinely thank the hon. Member for giving way. It is two or three short months since I welcomed his stance against Labour’s calls for a windfall tax, but putting that aside, he…17 May 2022HANSARDDebate on the AddressI am genuinely grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for giving way, particularly as the Scottish cluster is so important to my constituency. Does he agree that the UK Government…10 May 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. Will the Veterans Minister join me in thanking the Department for Work and Pensions and other Government services that help veterans find work when they leave the armed…31 Mar 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. I welcome the Down Syndrome Bill and fully support its passage through Parliament. How will the Minister ensure that from the perspective of equality the Bill will not have…30 Mar 2022HANSARDEnergy Transition Projects in ScotlandI thank the Minister for reminding the House that this is a transition, not an extinction. Can he confirm that, as part of the North sea transition deal, we need to keep…29 Mar 2022HANSARDDefence Jobs12. What steps his Department is taking to help support defence jobs across the UK.28 Mar 2022HANSARDDefence JobsThe Minister will be familiar with the company Score in my constituency. It is a major supplier of valves across different industries, including for naval vessels. May I invite…28 Mar 2022HANSARDUkraine: Potential War Crimes by Russia11. What steps his Department is taking to support an investigation into potential war crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine.22 Mar 2022HANSARDUkraine: Potential War Crimes by RussiaCan my right hon. Friend outline to the House what steps the Government have taken to build the broadest caucus of support for prosecuting President Putin and his regime over…22 Mar 2022HANSARDLegislative ConsentThe Scottish National party likes to present itself as the defender of devolution, but does my right hon. Friend agree that there is an inherent contradiction between that…16 Mar 2022HANSARD Delivery Charges: ScotlandI congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Moray (Douglas Ross), my constituency neighbour, on bringing this important issue to the House. Does the Minister agree there is an…07 Mar 2022HANSARDCPTPP MembershipI thank my right hon. Friend for her response. The CPTPP is a great opportunity to deal with a growing economy, a growing market, and a market that is precisely for the kind of…03 Mar 2022HANSARDCPTPP Membership12. What progress her Department has made on securing UK membership of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.03 Mar 2022