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HANSARD Middle East UpdateI am grateful to my hon. Friend for coming to the House today. The long-term occupation of Gaza is entirely incompatible with a viable two-state solution and completely undermines…06 May 2025HANSARD Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan: 80th AnniversaryAs with so many towns and villages across the UK, brave residents of my constituency, including my own grandparents, were involved in all aspects of the war effort. Our towns and…06 May 2025HANSARDMotor Neurone DiseaseMy hon. Friend will know of the important work of MND campaigners, including my constituent Mark Sommerville, who are seeking more Government investment in MND research. I…26 Mar 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ14. Albion Rovers has been a football institution in Coatbridge since 1882. However, following relegation and the lack of financial support for teams leaving professional…26 Mar 2025HANSARDMotor Neurone Disease2. If he will have discussions with Cabinet colleagues on providing additional support for research into motor neurone disease.26 Mar 2025HANSARD Resettlement of Ukrainians: CoatbridgeI can assure you, Madam Deputy Speaker, that my hon. Friend made a good point. As I said, they were extraordinary actions taken by ordinary people, who opened up their homes to…26 Mar 2025HANSARD Resettlement of Ukrainians: CoatbridgeMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. Glasgow airport is one of a number of businesses that stepped up to the mark and supported Ukrainian refugees, and it is the same in my…26 Mar 2025HANSARD Resettlement of Ukrainians: CoatbridgeMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. The resettlement team in North Lanarkshire have been sharing such best practice, not just in Scotland but beyond, and that is something I am…26 Mar 2025HANSARD Resettlement of Ukrainians: CoatbridgeThe term tireless advocate is often used in the House, and the hon. Gentleman has certainly been a tireless advocate for Ukrainian refugees over many years. I commend him and the…26 Mar 2025HANSARD Resettlement of Ukrainians: CoatbridgeIt is a privilege to bring the resettlement of Ukrainians in Coatbridge to the House this evening. We recently recognised the third anniversary of Russia’s barbaric and unprovoked…26 Mar 2025HANSARDInternational Investment: Scotland18. What steps he is taking to help increase levels of international investment in Scotland.13 Mar 2025HANSARDInternational Investment: ScotlandI am grateful to my right hon. Friend for that answer. The National Wealth Fund has recently invested £43.5 million in Pulpex Ltd to construct a sustainable packaging facility…13 Mar 2025HANSARD Plan for NeighbourhoodsI commend my hon. Friend for today’s statement and wholly welcome the up to £20 million for the town of Coatbridge in my constituency. I am grateful to him for taking the time…04 Mar 2025HANSARDGazaI thank the Minister for updating the House on this troubling matter. The Israeli Government’s decision is contrary to international humanitarian law and clearly undermines such a…04 Mar 2025HANSARDUkraineAs has been replicated across the country, people in Coatbridge and Bellshill have opened their doors to those forced from their homes by Putin’s illegal attack. Public…24 Feb 2025HANSARDFuel PovertyI commend the Minister for the announcement of support for those in most need this winter. Given Scotland’s colder climate, does the Minister share my view that, as she has just…04 Feb 2025HANSARDApprenticeshipsIt is a privilege to serve under your chairship, Ms Jardine. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Peterborough (Andrew Pakes) on securing this important debate. I welcome…04 Feb 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe recent drop in the rate of inflation is welcome news for those facing financial pressures across Coatbridge and Bellshill, as is the expectation that the UK will become the…21 Jan 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.21 Jan 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.20 Jan 2025