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HANSARD SyriaThe fall of Assad marks a turning point in Syria’s history, one that brings renewed hope for millions who have suffered under his brutal rule. It also represents a serious setback…19 Dec 2024HANSARD UkraineThank you— [ Interruption. ] Sorry, I was just trying not to step on the right hon. Jennie. It is absolutely right that we give our brave Ukrainian allies the support that they…19 Dec 2024HANSARD Service AccommodationThe Liberal Democrats fully support the findings of the report and we hope it will mark the beginning of a much better and fairer deal for armed forces personnel. For too long,…19 Dec 2024HANSARD Financial Assistance to Ukraine BillI thank the hon. Member for Leeds Central and Headingley (Alex Sobel) for outlining some of the things in the new clause we have tabled. I want to outline in some detail what is…18 Dec 2024HANSARD Financial Assistance to Ukraine BillThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker, for the opportunity to speak in support of the Bill and to highlight the importance of our unwavering commitment to Ukraine. I thank the Chief…18 Dec 2024HANSARDNational Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) BillI have to start by disappointing the hon. Member for Chipping Barnet (Dan Tomlinson), in that I rise to support the amendments tabled by my hon. Friend the Member for St Albans…17 Dec 2024HANSARD Rural Cycling InfrastructureIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Vaz. Please accept my apologies, because I am likely to have to leave before the conclusion of the debate as I am hosting an…10 Dec 2024HANSARD Rural Cycling InfrastructureNot being the Minister, I do not know, but I am sure that he will respond accordingly, and I hope that the answer will be yes, because that would be a fantastic thing to do. I…10 Dec 2024HANSARDTobacco and Vapes BillThe hon. Gentleman makes an important point. Indeed, my hon. Friend the Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) has already raised the issue of spiced vapes in a debate in this House. I…26 Nov 2024HANSARDEU Security and Defence Co-operation6. What recent discussions he has had with his EU counterparts on security and defence co-operation.26 Nov 2024HANSARDEU Security and Defence Co-operationPresident-elect Trump’s confirmation of tariffs on Canada, one of the US’s closest allies, raises serious concerns about his willingness to honour the US-UK special relationship.…26 Nov 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. The EU has been very clear that it would welcome a new youth mobility scheme with the UK. As the Minister knows, that would not be a return to freedom of movement and could be…26 Nov 2024HANSARDTobacco and Vapes BillI am grateful for the opportunity to speak in this debate about a Bill that seeks to change the way in which our society approaches smoking and vaping particularly for future…26 Nov 2024HANSARD Financial Assistance to Ukraine BillYesterday, Ukraine entered its 1,000th day since the start of Russia’s illegal and unprovoked invasion, and it is about to enter its toughest winter yet. This Bill represents a…20 Nov 2024HANSARDChildcare AvailabilityWith Government data showing that 70,000 more early years places need to be created by next year, and with an overhaul of outdated business rates promised, will the Secretary of…04 Nov 2024HANSARDChildcare Availability1. What steps she is taking to increase the availability of high-quality childcare. [R]04 Nov 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. When I visit nurseries in my constituency of Lewes, many raise serious concerns about special educational needs and disabilities provision in the early years. Will Ministers…04 Nov 2024HANSARDChildren’s Hospices: FundingI thank the hon. Member for Liverpool West Derby (Ian Byrne) for securing the debate. As a parent myself, with two young children, I live in awe of the strength shown by parents…30 Oct 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT8. Talland Parade is an abandoned and dilapidated row of shops in Seaford, in my constituency. It has stood empty for 12 years, despite having planning permission in place for…28 Oct 2024HANSARDLocal Authority Funding16. What assessment she has made of trends in the costs of delivering statutory local government services in rural areas.28 Oct 2024