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HANSARD Sex Trafficking: ScotlandIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Dr Murrison. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Edinburgh North and Leith (Tracy Gilbert) for securing this debate. The depth…21 Apr 2026HANSARD Middle EastThe situation facing Gazans is truly catastrophic. We must secure a ceasefire as soon as possible, with all hostages freed and unhindered access to aid. Our experience in Northern…21 Jul 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsDoes the Secretary of State agree that the UK Labour Government are getting on with the serious business of delivering an industrial strategy that will support jobs in my…17 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseIn my constituency, East Calder has been let down by the SNP Scottish Government’s repeated failure to deliver a long promised health centre. Despite record funding, including…17 Jul 2025HANSARD UkraineDoes the Secretary of State agree that the actions of Russia on 9 July, when it launched the largest aerial bombardment of the war to date, show that Ukrainian civilians and…17 Jul 2025HANSARDRelations with the European Union5. What steps he is taking to improve relations with the EU.10 Jul 2025HANSARDRelations with the European UnionThe new agreement with the EU will help Scottish businesses to grow and to export. World-class producers such as Glenmorangie whisky, which is bottled in my constituency,…10 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: Scottish Public Services1. What discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on the potential impact of the spending review 2025 on Scottish public services.09 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: Scottish Public ServicesThis UK Labour Government are delivering the largest budgetary settlement in the history of devolution, with an extra £9.1 billion to invest in Scottish public services, yet the…09 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: ScotlandIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir John, and to speak in today’s debate; I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Dunfermline and Dollar (Graeme Downie) on…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: ScotlandI agree with the hon. Lady on that point; I think the oil and gas sector is vital. I am on the record saying that I support Rosebank and Jackdaw, and I think we should get on and…02 Jul 2025HANSARDWelfare ReformDoes the Secretary of State agree that our welfare system must do much more to support and reward work, and also support people who are looking to re-enter or enter work? What…30 Jun 2025HANSARDOnline Safety: Children2. What steps his Department is taking to keep children safe online.25 Jun 2025HANSARDOnline Safety: ChildrenThe National Crime Agency and other law enforcement agencies have highlighted the growing prevalence of AI-generated child sexual abuse material as one of the biggest threats to…25 Jun 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. Does the Minister join me in welcoming the ceasefire between Israel and Iran announced by President Trump, and although the situation clearly remains fragile, does he see an…24 Jun 2025HANSARDChild Poverty2. What steps she is taking to reduce the number of children in poverty in the Livingston constituency.23 Jun 2025HANSARDChild PovertyI thank the Secretary of State for that response. One of the best ways of reducing child poverty is helping parents into good, stable and well-paid jobs, which the SNP Scottish…23 Jun 2025HANSARD UK Infrastructure: 10-year StrategyI welcome the UK Government’s bold 10-year infrastructure plan, and the swift action they have already taken to green-light projects such as the third runway at Heathrow. However,…19 Jun 2025HANSARD Warm Home DiscountI think all Labour Members warmly welcome today’s statement, particularly those in Scotland, where 240,000 families will benefit from £150 off their bills this winter. That…19 Jun 2025HANSARD Industrial StrategyI echo the comments of the hon. Member for Dumfries and Galloway (John Cooper) about working across the parties—this is about growth—and about the Chair driving this forward. The…12 Jun 2025