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HANSARDDigital ID: Public ConsultationI welcome the change to not demand a digital ID, and I welcome the focus of the work: listening to the public about how Government platforms can be made useful, relevant and…10 Mar 2026HANSARDMinistry of Defence: Palantir ContractsI thank the Minister for reply to the urgent question, and want to press him on safeguards. On contracts being held to ransom or a lock-in, what safeguards are there to protect…10 Feb 2026HANSARDVictims of Domestic Abuse: Criminal Justice SystemA number of constituents have shared with me the terror of waiting in line to get to court, and then waiting in the waiting room before court, with their accused abuser or…03 Feb 2026HANSARDVictims of Domestic Abuse: Criminal Justice System9. What support he is providing to victims of domestic abuse through the criminal justice system.03 Feb 2026HANSARDCommonhold and Leasehold ReformI thank the Minister for the statement. Although, as he has pointed out, this cannot all be fixed in one go and there are other levers that he will put in place for leaseholders,…27 Jan 2026HANSARD Science and Discovery CentresTo clarify on UKRI, will the Government therefore allow it to distribute funds to the science centres? Will the Minister clarify the point that he made?14 Jan 2026HANSARD Science and Discovery CentresIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mrs Harris. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr (Steve Witherden) on securing this important…14 Jan 2026HANSARDPublic ServicesHappy new year, Mr Speaker. This Government have delivered the largest funding settlement to Northern Ireland since devolution. In addition to that record support to Northern…07 Jan 2026HANSARDPublic Services1. What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on improving public services.07 Jan 2026HANSARDLocal Government FinanceI thank the Minister for her statement. She is right to talk about play parks, homelessness and libraries. As a councillor, one of my proudest achievements was replacing five play…17 Dec 2025HANSARDPlanning ReformThis is really about ensuring that we can balance national standards and local decision making. As a former chair of a planning committee, I seek reassurance on how we and local…16 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe loss of the Gravesend to Tilbury ferry has had a detrimental impact on our high street, with businesses reporting a fall in footfall. Will the Minister meet me to advise on…11 Dec 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWill the Leader of the House join me in paying tribute to Dave Taylor and his volunteers at the Royal British Legion for their exceptional work during this year’s poppy appeal,…11 Dec 2025HANSARD National Plan to End HomelessnessI welcome the Minister’s statement and the focus on ending homelessness. I have met many constituents who have harrowing stories of homelessness, so this is a welcome step. There…11 Dec 2025HANSARDWomen’s Economic Empowerment6. What steps she is taking to support women’s economic empowerment.10 Dec 2025HANSARDWomen’s Economic EmpowermentIn Gravesham, we have some fantastic small businesses led by women across a diverse sector of businesses, such as House of Leyla, Nell’s Café, Maucare Services, Embridge…10 Dec 2025HANSARD Seafarers’ WelfareIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Christopher. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Thurrock (Jen Craft) on securing this incredibly important debate…04 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsI could not agree more. After 14 years of cuts and austerity for local councils, communities like mine in Gravesham have been impacted by so many reduced services. In welcoming…02 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsMay I beg your indulgence briefly, Madam Deputy Speaker? This morning, I had the honour of attending the funeral of Makhan Singh, a kind and dedicated public servant in Gravesham.…02 Dec 2025HANSARD Illegal Waste: Organised CrimeI welcome the Minister’s clarification on organised crime and fly-tipping. From the fields to the streets, Gravesham borough council works tirelessly to investigate, fine and take…17 Nov 2025