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HANSARD UK Biobank DataI thank the shadow Minister for the way in which he has approached this matter—indeed, with his expertise as a former COO of a tech company. Let me answer his questions directly.…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataYes, I can give that assurance. This Government are giving UK Biobank all the support that it requires to resolve the immediate issue and in the short term to get the system back…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataUK Biobank has assured us over the past 24 hours that it is looking for a technical fix, which should happen relatively shortly, and we will hold it to that. To show that we are…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataI do not think the tone of the hon. Gentleman’s question fits the seriousness of this issue. We are yet to get a conclusion from UK Biobank on what the process looked like for the…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataI thank the Liberal Democrat spokesperson for the way in which she has dealt with this issue. I echo her thanks to all the volunteers—not only those who give their sensitive data…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataWith permission, Madam Deputy Speaker, I will make a statement about the use of UK Biobank data. UK Biobank is a non-profit charity, independent of Government. The Biobank brings…23 Apr 2026HANSARD UK Biobank DataMy hon. Friend makes an incredibly important point. I will say from the Dispatch Box that we should encourage more participation in UK Biobank. It is a global leader in research…23 Apr 2026HANSARDGrassroots Music VenuesOh, Mr Speaker—you did not steal my line, unfortunately. I congratulate Eastbourne on reopening the bandstand. I am disappointed that I did not receive an invitation—I can throw a…16 Apr 2026HANSARDPress MalpracticeThe Secretary of State has been clear about this. In March she said, at the Society of Editors future of news conference, that the Government will “will tread carefully and…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGrassroots Music VenuesThe Government are providing up to £30 million through the music growth package. That will further provide support to grassroots venues by fostering domestic growth, talent…16 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsMay I start by paying tribute to all at the Bathgate Band who were responsible for the Bathgate Music Hub, particularly Derek Brown? Co-operative live music venues have benefited…16 Apr 2026HANSARDVideo Games IndustryMy friend the hon. Member, my almost-neighbouring MP in Edinburgh, is absolutely right: Scotland is one of the world leaders in video games, and we have to make sure we are…16 Apr 2026HANSARDVideo Games IndustryIt looks as if I am meeting with my hon. Friend about games, rather than going to the Motown dancing in Eastbourne, but never mind. [Laughter.] Delivering for all the nations and…16 Apr 2026HANSARDVideo Games IndustryAs part of our creative industries, video games are identified as a priority sector in the industrial strategy. On Monday, we rolled out the games growth package, with a £30…16 Apr 2026HANSARDPress MalpracticeWe recognise that incidents of undue attention and harassment from the media cause significant distress to the public. We will always defend media freedom, but with this freedom…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGrassroots Music VenuesWe are determined to end ticket touting in this country. It has been ripping off fans for too long. We have a very strong policy to deal with that and we will bring the…16 Apr 2026HANSARDVisual Effects CompaniesI am very happy to meet representatives of the VFX industry, including Outpost VFX in my hon. Friend’s constituency. It is worth bearing in mind that there are a whole host of…16 Apr 2026HANSARDVisual Effects CompaniesWe are committed to ensuring the UK remains the world’s leading destination for film and television production. That ambition sits at the core of the Government’s industrial…16 Apr 2026HANSARD2024 Horserace Betting Levy ReviewI am repeating the following written ministerial statement made today in the other place by my noble Friend the Minister for Museums, Heritage and Gambling and Department for…25 Mar 2026HANSARDRural BroadbandI am happy for the hon. Gentleman also to meet representatives of BDUK and the Minister for Digital Economy. He is absolutely right; while there will continue to be gaps for the…18 Mar 2026