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HANSARD Greensill CapitalThe public deserve answers. This is not the Prime Minister’s money, the Chancellor’s money or the Conservative party’s money; it is public money. Can the Minister explain why…13 Apr 2021HANSARDArrest of Opposition Politicians: TurkeyI beg to move, That this House has considered arrest of opposition politicians in Turkey. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms McVey. I thank the Minister for her…16 Mar 2021HANSARDArrest of Opposition Politicians: TurkeyI agree with the hon. Gentleman. A real intolerance of religious minority groups is building in the country, which I will touch on in my speech. Many of us here know that the…16 Mar 2021HANSARDCovid-19 Vaccine: Take-up Rates in LondonIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Christopher. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Hammersmith (Andy Slaughter) for securing the debate. I start by paying…09 Mar 2021HANSARDBudget Resolutions and Economic SituationLast week’s Budget was the Government’s golden opportunity to step up and fix the endemic inequality that they have created throughout the country and in my own constituency of…08 Mar 2021HANSARD Counter-Daesh UpdateThousands of Kurdish men and women died fighting Daesh and defeated them in many parts of northern Syria and Iraq, but the Turkish incursion into northern Syria has emboldened…04 Mar 2021HANSARDUntreated Sewage: DischargeWhat steps his Department is taking to ensure that untreated sewage is not discharged into rivers and other inland waters.04 Mar 2021HANSARDUntreated Sewage: DischargeThe River Lea, which runs through my constituency, is well used for water sports by many clubs and schools, and it is much loved. Sadly, it is also one of the most polluted…04 Mar 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Safety of Early Years and Specialist SettingsCovid cases in early years providers have nearly doubled since the first week of January to the highest level so far seen during this pandemic, and many nursery workers and…01 Mar 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Safety of Early Years and Specialist SettingsWhat steps he is taking to help keep staff in (a) early years settings, (b) special schools and (c) alternative provision safe during the covid-19 outbreak.01 Mar 2021HANSARDGovernment's Management of the EconomyCovid has invaded every aspect of our lives. It has taken loved ones before their time, separated communities from one another and placed our NHS under unimaginable stresses. On 5…23 Feb 2021HANSARDFuture of Health and CareThe pandemic has shone a light on massive health inequalities across the country. The Secretary of State announced the abolition of Public Health England in September, but there…11 Feb 2021HANSARD Ministerial and other Maternity Allowances BillThe thrust of the Bill is long overdue and much needed, and to that extent, it should be welcomed. For far too long, an artificial and arbitrary barrier has been put in front of…11 Feb 2021HANSARDNorthern Ireland Protocol: ImplementationDoes the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster agree that the protocol is the best way to ensure stability in Northern Ireland and that it must work for businesses and communities?…02 Feb 2021HANSARDHolocaust Memorial Day 2021It is an honour to have the opportunity to speak in this important debate. I was privileged to join the online commemorative ceremony to mark Holocaust Memorial Day yesterday to…28 Jan 2021HANSARD Environment BillI support all the amendments put forward by my hon. Friends the Members for Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport (Luke Pollard) and for Newport West (Ruth Jones) on air quality. The…26 Jan 2021HANSARDImpact of the M25 junction 25 improvement schemeI present this petition on behalf of the residents on Enfield North to register their deep concerns about the planned Highways England works on the planned M25 junction 25 scheme.…26 Jan 2021HANSARD Remote Education and Free School MealsThe challenges currently facing teachers, school support staff and childcare providers are daunting. Our teachers and education professionals in Enfield North have worked…18 Jan 2021HANSARD Domestic Abuse and Hidden Harms during LockdownWe know the terrifying impact of lockdowns on those experiencing domestic abuse, and the increased pressure on support services and refuges. What discussions has the Minister had…14 Jan 2021HANSARD Elections: May 2021Across the world, postal votes have been a crucial part of delivering covid-safe elections. In the UK, however, postal vote application forms require physical printing to return…13 Jan 2021