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HANSARDGambling AdvertisingIs it not right to say that we cannot regulate the black economy, so what the hon. Member for Halesowen (Alex Ballinger) is saying is not possible?23 Apr 2026HANSARDGambling AdvertisingIt is on the record.23 Apr 2026HANSARDGambling AdvertisingI have listened with great interest, but is it not true that the hon. Gentleman has been written to on numerous occasions by the Gambling Commission for a misuse of their figures?…23 Apr 2026HANSARD Peter Mandelson: Government AppointmentThe Prime Minister has clearly said that he was right to sack the senior civil servant Oliver Robbins, so can the Minister guarantee that the Government will contest any…21 Apr 2026HANSARD Peter Mandelson: Government AppointmentFollowing the revelations at the Foreign Affairs Committee today by Oliver Robbins, who said how the Prime Minister had pushed for Peter Mandelson to be appointed and had pushed…21 Apr 2026HANSARDSecurity VettingThe Prime Minister said today, “I know that many Members across this House will find these facts to be incredible.” He is right: we do—along with his staggering lack of curiosity…20 Apr 2026HANSARD Prison Officers: Mandatory Body ArmourI thank the Backbench Business Committee for granting this debate, and the hon. Member for Washington and Gateshead South (Mrs Hodgson), who instigated it and who does so much in…26 Mar 2026HANSARD Lucy Letby Case: Conduct of Cheshire PoliceNotwithstanding the points that my right hon. Friend is making, would he accept that the investigation included a range of independent, nationally recognised medical experts,…26 Mar 2026HANSARDVoluntary Groups and Community CentresIf Members will allow me, I would like to congratulate my local rugby club, Lymm rugby club, which last week got the King’s award for voluntary service. Question put and agreed…25 Mar 2026HANSARDVoluntary Groups and Community CentresOrder. I remind Members that they should bob if they wish to be called. We will come to the Front Bench spokespeople just before 10.30 am.25 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle East: Economic UpdateThe sad truth is that the Chancellor weakened the UK economy with her tax-busting Budgets and jobs tax, and that has been exposed by this middle east crisis. The Energy…24 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle East Conflict: Energy SecurityGiven the recent jump in the price of oil, would it not be good for the UK economy, jobs and the Government’s tax receipts to maximise drilling for North sea oil, as Norway does,…24 Mar 2026HANSARDSpring ForecastDoes the Chancellor now accept that there is a correlation between increasing national insurance contributions on employers and higher unemployment, or does she still believe that…03 Mar 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsAlderley Edge school for girls, in my constituency, has just announced its closure, blaming increased costs, such as national insurance costs, and, most significantly, VAT on…02 Mar 2026HANSARD Food Labelling (Halal and Kosher Meat)I beg to move, That leave be given to bring in a Bill to introduce compulsory labelling of halal and kosher meat and products containing halal and kosher meat; and for connected…24 Feb 2026HANSARDLabour Together and APCO Worldwide: Cabinet Office ReviewThe steps taken by the former head of Labour Together to smear journalists when they dared to look into the murky finances of this Labour think-tank are nothing short of chilling.…23 Feb 2026HANSARD Police Grant ReportI apologise for the fact that I cannot stay until the end of this debate, because I have a debate in Westminster Hall, but I need to ask the Minister a question. She talks about…11 Feb 2026HANSARD Rural GPs: FundingThe hon. Member raises another good question, and we can ask the Minister to look into that. The logical conclusion of not having GPs from rural areas take part in this review is…11 Feb 2026HANSARD Police Grant Reportindicated dissent.11 Feb 2026HANSARD Police Grant ReportNo, I don’t.11 Feb 2026