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HANSARDDrug Consumption Room (Glasgow)That sort of politicking is completely unworthy of this serious debate. The Home Office, the UK Government and, with respect, the Scottish Government take this issue seriously. We…24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealI have had regular discussions with the Prime Minister on a range of matters related to exiting the EU. It is essential that we respect the result of the 2016 referendum vote to…24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealWhat amounts to throwing Scotland under a bus has been the actions of the SNP throughout the Brexit debates in this Parliament—voting three times against an agreement that would…24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealThe incoming Prime Minister has been very clear that he wants to leave the EU with a deal, and that is the best outcome for Scotland.24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealJust like the hon. Gentleman and his colleagues, everything I have ever said is on the record. What I want to make clear is that my priority remains Scotland’s place within the…24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealOf course, the hon. Gentleman’s position is not a deal Brexit or a no-deal Brexit; it is no Brexit. That is what he is seeking to bring about. There is no evidence that the SNP…24 Jul 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: No DealI fear that the hon. Lady’s endorsement will have sealed my fate.24 Jul 2019HANSARDThe UnionObviously, that matter is ultimately for the Scottish Government, but I know that the hon. Gentleman is a real champion for the parents and pupils at those schools, and I will do…19 Jun 2019HANSARDThe UnionMy Cabinet colleagues are present, and I am keen to ensure that as many UK Government jobs as possible are in Scotland. Last week, I was delighted to launch the new UK Government…19 Jun 2019HANSARDThe UnionStrengthening and sustaining the Union is a key priority for the UK Government. The Government deliver for the people of Scotland day in, day out, whether through creating jobs,…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI am very clear: I respect democracy and will respect the result of the Conservative leadership election. All five of the candidates who are still in the race are clear that they…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI do not know whether the hon. Lady has read the Scottish Affairs Committee report; it might have been helpful, because it does not call for the abolition of the Scotland Office.…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI do not know to which press comments the hon. Gentleman refers, because although we have our political differences, I respect the work of his Committee and have been clear that I…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI have always believed that the city and growth deals are a clear example of the fact that the two Governments can work together constructively for the benefit of the people of…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI absolutely agree with my hon. Friend. Many of the disagreements between the Scottish and UK Governments are over political differences, rooted in the fact that this Government…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsThe very simple answer is no.19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI do not agree, and I am sure that the hon. Member for East Dunbartonshire (Jo Swinson), should she lead her party, will aspire to the office of Prime Minister. No, I do not agree…19 Jun 2019HANSARDIntergovernmental RelationsI believe that progress is being made, and I am hopeful that next week’s meeting of the JMC(EN) will provide an opportunity to discuss the principles that would underpin the new…19 Jun 2019HANSARDFisheries BillI continue to work closely with colleagues on the Fisheries Bill, which will allow us to manage our fisheries sustainably and deliver on our promise to take back control of our…19 Jun 2019HANSARDFisheries BillI am sure that the right hon. Gentleman will not be surprised to hear me say that it will be in due course.19 Jun 2019