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HANSARDUkraineNot for a long time has a British Prime Minister been so important on the world stage, and the Prime Minister rightly deserves the support of the whole House. To protect our…03 Mar 2025HANSARDDefence and SecurityThe Prime Minister spoke about the threat that Russia poses in our waters. Just a few weeks ago, I saw a piece of undersea cable that had been cut, almost certainly by a Russian…25 Feb 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ12. In China, DeepSeek has developed an artificial intelligence model almost as good as the most advanced technology from OpenAI. In the US, they are investing up to $500 billion…29 Jan 2025HANSARDMiddle EastThe ceasefire is good news. It has been welcomed around the world, and it will be welcomed by my constituents. It is a time of relief, but also one of great grief for the many…16 Jan 2025HANSARDArtificial Intelligence Opportunities Action PlanI join the Secretary of State in praising Matt Clifford, who has produced a top-class report. When building data centres for training AI models, two things are needed: lots of…13 Jan 2025HANSARD Copyright and Artificial IntelligenceThis is an important issue everywhere in the world, but it is particularly important here in the UK because our economy has, as the Minister has said, incredible strengths both in…18 Dec 2024HANSARD China: Human Rights and SanctionsIn May, the director of GCHQ said: “We want to engage with China where it’s mutually beneficial”, but that “China poses a genuine and increasing” risk to the UK’s cyber-security.…28 Oct 2024HANSARD Infected Blood Compensation SchemeThere have been many stories told of infected blood in this debate, including from my hon. Friend the Member for Bournemouth West (Jessica Toale), who told a very similar story to…23 Oct 2024HANSARDUkraineOn a visit to Kiev with parliamentary colleagues last month, I saw at first hand the incredible bravery of the Ukrainian people, who will welcome this statement. Unfortunately,…22 Oct 2024HANSARDBritish Indian Ocean Territory: NegotiationsGiven that the previous Government began these negotiations, does the Foreign Secretary agree that while Opposition Members may now be more interested in the views of Tory party…07 Oct 2024HANSARD Sanctions: RussiaI welcome the Minister’s statement, and welcome him to his position in the House. He brings a huge amount of experience in this field, and I know he will do a fantastic job.…09 Sept 2024HANSARDEnergy IndustryHaving spent many years working for my right hon. Friend when he was on the Opposition Benches, may I welcome him to his position as Secretary of State for Scotland? The creation…04 Sept 2024HANSARDEnergy Industry9. What steps he is taking to support the energy industry in Scotland.04 Sept 2024HANSARDSudanI thank the Minister for her statement. Sudan has borders with seven countries, home to around 280 million people. All those countries now face the destabilising flow of guns and…03 Sept 2024HANSARDUkraineAs we have heard, the United States will be going to the polls later this year and many in the Republican party are unfortunately expressing scepticism about supporting Ukraine.…02 Sept 2024HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian SituationI thank the Minister for her answer. Last week, I met the Palestinian ambassador to discuss the heartbreaking crisis in Gaza. Since April, the volume of aid cargo entering the…30 Jul 2024HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian Situation4. What steps he is taking to help improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.30 Jul 2024HANSARD Code of Conduct and Modernisation CommitteeThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. I congratulate you on your election and welcome you to the Chair, although it feels a bit weird to welcome anyone here, given that I have been…25 Jul 2024