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HANSARD Representation of the People BillI will not, because of the time. The British Social Attitudes survey shows that a majority of all political supporters are in favour of proportional representation, and of course,…02 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastMy party and I stand with all the brave Iranians who condemn the vile regime in Iran. We also condemn the deeply irresponsible and illegal attack by the US and Israel on Iran,…02 Mar 2026HANSARDPoint of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. The right hon. Member for Wetherby and Easingwold (Sir Alec Shelbrooke) incorrectly attacked the reputation of Mothin Ali, deputy leader…02 Mar 2026HANSARDOnline Harm: Child ProtectionI had understood that the hon. Member’s party was keen on public consultation, and there is clearly a lot of public concern about the very real problem of online harms and the…24 Feb 2026HANSARDOnline Harm: Child ProtectionI have received contact from hundreds of parents in my constituency and from some young people sharing their huge concern about online harm caused by engagement with social media,…24 Feb 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsT6. In the past seven months, I have been contacted by 18 constituents who have faced unacceptable delays in getting responses from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency about…12 Feb 2026HANSARDIndependent Water Commission: Final ReportWe need to bring water companies into public ownership, because only by running water for public good will we tackle the scandal that has been caused by privatisation in recent…10 Feb 2026HANSARDIndependent Water Commission: Final ReportI thank the hon. Member for that clarification, and I am delighted to hear that in this Parliament that has been changed. Historically, it was run by the water industry, which is…10 Feb 2026HANSARDIndependent Water Commission: Final ReportIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Jeremy. I thank the hon. Member for West Dorset (Edward Morello) for securing this debate. He shares my passion for tackling…10 Feb 2026HANSARDMinistry of Defence: Palantir ContractsThe co-founder of Palantir, Peter Thiel, maintained a close financial and personal relationship with the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. There are profound ethical concerns about the…10 Feb 2026HANSARDRussian Influence on UK Politics and DemocracyThe hon. Member makes an excellent point with which I agree entirely. Finally, in respect of the elections Bill, we need to face the fact that the threats to public trust in our…09 Feb 2026HANSARDRussian Influence on UK Politics and DemocracyI absolutely agree that Russian money is used in all sorts of manners to undermine our democracy. Rather than splitting hairs over the meaning of war, I will say that it is clear…09 Feb 2026HANSARDRussian Influence on UK Politics and DemocracyIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Pritchard. I have notified another Member of the House, whom I intend to name in my speech. I thank the hon. Member for South…09 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe 2024 Labour general election manifesto promised “Immediate reform of the House of Lords”, noted that “reform is long over-due and essential”, and said, “Labour is committed to…05 Feb 2026HANSARD SudanI very much thank the Foreign Secretary for her statement, her visit, the new sanctions and aid that she has announced, and for her clear, personal passion to keep the spotlight…05 Feb 2026HANSARD Occupied Palestinian Territories: Genocide Risk AssessmentI thank the hon. Member for Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber (Brendan O’Hara) for securing today’s debate. In June last year, I secured a debate in Westminster Hall on the same…05 Feb 2026HANSARDLord MandelsonDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that it appears that the Prime Minister turned a blind eye to what was already known about Peter Mandelson’s association with the appalling sex…04 Feb 2026HANSARDLord MandelsonWill the Minister give way?04 Feb 2026HANSARDLord MandelsonThe Minister has set out the difference between national security matters and issues which may be embarrassing to the Government—let’s face it, practically anything could damage…04 Feb 2026HANSARDIranI share the huge concern and outrage expressed across the House at the brave Iranian citizens who have been so brutally repressed by the regime. It is essential that the UK does…03 Feb 2026