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HANSARDMiddle East and North AfricaI thank the Minister for his statement. He rightly condemns the outrageous blocking of the delivery of humanitarian aid, which is desperately needed in Gaza. His statement did not…05 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. I thank the Minister for ensuring the release of the diffuse water pollution plan for the River Wye catchment. The plan specifies that an 85% reduction in phosphate is needed.…18 Dec 2025HANSARDLocal Government FinanceI always like to start on a positive note, so let me add to the cross-party Christmas cheer by welcoming the shift to multi-year funding settlements. I agree with the Minister:…17 Dec 2025HANSARDPlanning ReformThe Minister’s statement pins the blame for the housing crisis on the planning system, but we all know that there are many challenges facing the building sector: cost inflation,…16 Dec 2025HANSARD Foreign InterferenceBefore I start, Madam Deputy Speaker, let me assure you, in relation to the comments made by the previous occupant of the Chair, that I will be mentioning a Member of this House…11 Dec 2025HANSARD Foreign InterferenceThat is not the Green party’s position. The Green party’s position, which I clarified in a point of order in this Chamber just last week, supports our membership of NATO at this…11 Dec 2025HANSARDFairtrade CertificationIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mrs Hobhouse. I pay tribute to the hon. Member for Glasgow North (Martin Rhodes) for presenting the case for Fairtrade, and for…11 Dec 2025HANSARD International Human Rights Day 2025It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Butler. I thank the hon. Member for Penrith and Solway (Markus Campbell-Savours) for securing the debate. I declare an interest…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhat action will the UK Government take as a consequence of Israel’s flagrant violation of international law in establishing and expanding settlements? The lack of action creates…02 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsWith sky-high bills, unaffordable, cold and mouldy homes, and one in three children growing up in poverty, our country is in crisis. Life has become unaffordable for millions of…01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsWill the right hon. Gentleman give way?01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsWill the Minister give way?01 Dec 2025HANSARDOffice for Budget Responsibility ForecastsWe have had plenty of disagreement today, but I think it is clear that there is consensus that truth and accountability matter. I draw the attention of the House to the campaign…01 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsIn Herefordshire, families of children with special educational needs, and indeed Herefordshire council, have been waiting more than 18 months for an update on two crucial…01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsI will not, because many Members want to get in. Frankly, given that a typical energy bill in October 2025 was £478 a year higher than four years before, it is indefensible that…01 Dec 2025HANSARD COP30We are at a pivotal moment in the climate crisis. COP30 showed us the fossil fuel industry and its political cheerleaders doing their very best to de-rail action. I thank the…25 Nov 2025HANSARDG20 and UkraineI am deeply concerned that it appears that American negotiators have been listening more to the unreasonable demands of the Russian aggressors than to the security needs of the…25 Nov 2025HANSARD English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. The Prime Minister said something that was inaccurate during his statement on the G20 summit and Ukraine, when he wrongly said: “The…25 Nov 2025HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian ObligationsWill the Minister give way?24 Nov 2025HANSARDFunding for Deprived AreasRural counties like Herefordshire face additional costs in delivering services because of rurality. Extra cost pressures mean that we need another £35 million next year to provide…24 Nov 2025