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HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Government’s decision to proscribe Palestine Action has caused a growing legal, political and policing crisis. A judicial review has been granted. The police are struggling to…04 Sept 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ9. While the Conservative party deludes itself with the myth of endless fossil fuels, the rest of us know just how ridiculous and reckless that is. Extracting more oil and gas…03 Sept 2025HANSARD Middle EastThe Israeli Government are clearly hellbent on their horrific plan of eradicating Palestine with their continuing and ever-worsening genocide in Gaza, and now their approval of…01 Sept 2025HANSARD Extending the Ukraine Permission Extension SchemeWill the Minister give way?21 Jul 2025HANSARD Extending the Ukraine Permission Extension SchemeThe Minister referred to the anguish felt by the Ukrainian families who have been displaced. Does she recognise that uncertainty over visa conditions adds to the anguish faced by…21 Jul 2025HANSARDSEND Provision: FundingI have heard from and met with numerous constituents who are parents of children with special educational needs, all frustrated with the way that the system currently works. I…21 Jul 2025HANSARD Middle EastWords do matter, but actions speak louder. What Members across the House and citizens of the country—our constituents—cannot understand is why the Foreign Secretary will not take…21 Jul 2025HANSARDBuilding Social and Affordable HomesWill the Deputy Prime Minister please explain why her Government will not set a target for the provision of social housing? While I welcome the investment in the social and…14 Jul 2025HANSARDNorthern Ireland Veterans: ProsecutionIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Lewell. I rise to represent my constituency, which is home to the 22nd SAS Regiment, the Special Reconnaissance Regiment and the…14 Jul 2025HANSARD Disabled Bus PassesI thank my hon. Friend for securing this debate on such an important topic; he is making an excellent speech. Does he agree that this is of particular importance in rural areas…10 Jul 2025HANSARD Disabled Bus PassesIt makes sense for bus services to reflect local needs, but whether someone has a disability and needs to use a bus is not a locally determined thing. There should be fair access…10 Jul 2025HANSARD Disabled Bus PassesOn that point, will the Minister give way?10 Jul 2025HANSARD NHS 10-Year PlanIn the constructive spirit that has characterised much of this discussion, I welcome much of what the Secretary of State has announced today: bringing care closer to people in…03 Jul 2025HANSARDWomen’s State Pension Age: Financial RedressThe hon. Lady is making an extremely powerful case about this long-standing injustice. As she has pointed out, the WASPI campaigners are making really constructive suggestions to…03 Jul 2025HANSARD Prevention and Suppression of TerrorismLet me start by putting on record that I know at least two people who have participated in Palestine Action protests, but that is not why I am speaking today. This is about…02 Jul 2025HANSARDNuclear-certified Aircraft ProcurementThe letter, not the spirit!25 Jun 2025HANSARDNuclear-certified Aircraft ProcurementThe prospect of UK fighter jets carrying Donald Trump’s nuclear bombs cannot be anybody’s vision of security. This decision flies in the face of our obligations under the…25 Jun 2025HANSARDMiddle EastThe Iranian regime has long been a threat to peace, democracy and human rights, and the unilateral, illegal and dangerously provocative Israeli and, now, American attacks have…23 Jun 2025HANSARDRiver PollutionAs the Secretary of State knows, my constituency of North Herefordshire is very seriously affected by water pollution in the Lugg and the Wye. I confess that I am disappointed…19 Jun 2025HANSARD Warm Home DiscountToday’s announcement is very welcome and will make a real difference to many of our constituents. I am glad to hear the Minister reaffirm today that in addition to support with…19 Jun 2025