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HANSARDSentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) BillMy concern and that of Opposition Members is that the guidance gave examples where pre-sentence reports would “normally be considered necessary” and picked out an identity of a…30 Apr 2025HANSARDSentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) BillFrom a medical perspective, there would be a genetic predisposition. Is the hon. Gentleman seriously suggesting that people would, on a genetic basis, find themselves affected by…30 Apr 2025HANSARDSentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) BillHow much would universality cost? Have the Lib Dems calculated how much it would cost?30 Apr 2025HANSARDDraft Health and Social Care Information Standards (Procedure) Regulations 2025If it would be of use, I am happy to give the Minister the letter the RNID provided to me before this meeting, to give her the context. I believe that the RNID would also be happy…29 Apr 2025HANSARDDraft Health and Social Care Information Standards (Procedure) Regulations 2025It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Ms Jardine. I am grateful to the Minister for coming to the Committee to explain why we may well need this SI, but I have some…29 Apr 2025HANSARDDomestic Energy Bills: TransparencyWhen it comes to bills, the public understand what unit costs are, but not what standing charges are. When I raised this with the previous Government and Ofcom, they said that it…29 Apr 2025HANSARD Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) BillOn that point, will the Minister give way?29 Apr 2025HANSARD Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) BillOne concern that we have is the change in the way that people conduct benefit fraud. Through the use of key buzzwords, they help people to navigate the system so that they are…29 Apr 2025HANSARD Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) BillIn their response to my question about sickfluencers, the Government said that relevant legislation is already in place. If that is the case, how many convictions have there been…29 Apr 2025HANSARDDomestic Energy Bills: Transparency5. What assessment he has made of the adequacy of the transparency of domestic energy bill costings.29 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]Will the Secretary of State give way on that point?28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]rose —28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]One of the sticking points in the Bill, and one of the things that has changed, is the approach to parachute payments. One of the Opposition’s concerns is that the Bill will deter…28 Apr 2025HANSARD Child Rape GangsThe Minister said in her opening answer that she is determined to get to the truth. She also listed people who could be caught up in cover-ups such as politicians, police and…28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]The English premier league is the best in the world. Any bar we go into across the world wants to show premier league football. There is a real danger of killing the golden goose…28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]There are not only political concerns about independence but concerns from the EFL about the regulator’s previous links with the Premier League. Does my right hon. Friend agree…28 Apr 2025HANSARD Ukraine UpdateThe House rightly spends a lot of time talking about Russia, but Russia cannot act without Belarus. Will the Secretary of State update us on the discussions about Belarus’s role,…22 Apr 2025HANSARD“For Women Scotland” Supreme Court RulingI have a practical question: does the ruling apply retrospectively? If, for example, someone was to have lost their job for their views or won a title in sport, would it apply…22 Apr 2025HANSARD Royal British LegionThe hon. Member is spot-on; it is pivotal to ensure that the story is continued all the way through, not only in our nation but across the world. He leads me nicely on to my next…01 Apr 2025HANSARD Royal British LegionLet us reflect on the quiet, steadfast work of the Royal British Legion. It is a pillar of remembrance, a shield for those who served, and a voice for those who can no longer…01 Apr 2025