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HANSARD UK-EU Common Understanding NegotiationsI saw a good joke earlier—a one-liner—that says, “Lib Dem campaigning works!” I do not think so: it is this Labour Government who have delivered the change today. University of…17 Dec 2025HANSARD National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) BillI understand the justification for making changes to the salary sacrifice arrangements. The Minister mentions higher earners. Can he explain a bit more about the breakdown of…17 Dec 2025HANSARDNHS: Winter PreparednessAt a Hanukkah event in Nottingham last night, I spoke to a medical undergraduate who welcomes the Government’s commitment to halving competition, and the offer that was put to the…15 Dec 2025HANSARDRadcliffe-on-Trent to Cotgrave GreenwayI wish to present this petition on behalf of my constituents in Rushcliffe, especially those in Radcliffe-on-Trent and Cotgrave, who have signed it to signal their desire to see…15 Dec 2025HANSARDNet Zero Transition: Consumer-led FlexibilityI declare an interest: I worked on RIIO-ED2 for the Northern Powergrid and on its business plan for the current price period. The hon. Lady mentioned the pace and speed of…09 Dec 2025HANSARDNet Zero Transition: Consumer-led FlexibilityThe hon. Gentleman is outlining a range of issues that make it difficult for people to reduce their bills. Does that not highlight the benefit of flexibility, because it would…09 Dec 2025HANSARDOfficial Secrets Act and EspionageIn the light of the important issues being discussed today about the concerning activities of China in the UK, can I ask the Minister what additional steps he is taking or…03 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsAlthough the new measures for farmers announced by the Chancellor have been welcomed by the industry, as Labour MPs we were advocating not for reduced revenue but for ensuring…02 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsI appreciate the announcement about the 250 new neighbourhood health centres, but I am concerned for my constituency—a more affluent constituency that has health centres that were…02 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT4. The Minister will be aware of the work of the Westminster Foundation for Democracy and other organisations like it, which seek to strengthen democratic governance around the…02 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsI want to acknowledge my hon. Friend’s own leadership on this issue within the House. There are almost 200 former British Coal staff living in my constituency who will see a 41%…01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsThe hon. Lady and I have had exchanges on this issue before. At the start of the year, the CEO of Centrica recognised that it was the lack of gas storage that was putting £100 on…01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsWill the Secretary of State give way?01 Dec 2025HANSARDBudget ResolutionsWill the right hon. Lady give way?01 Dec 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesI will.25 Nov 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesI absolutely agree. My hon. Friend and I worked together at Bassetlaw district council and welcomed a lot of Hongkongers into our community, so I thank her for her support today.…25 Nov 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesYes, I absolutely agree. I will come on to why that issue matters and I will cover both of my hon. Friend’s points. Given that the route was designed as a safe and secure…25 Nov 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesI will come on to five groups who need to be given special consideration, including those that the hon. Member has just mentioned. Over the weekend, more than 5,000 BNO visa…25 Nov 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesAbsolutely. I think that the concept of a retrospective introduction of criteria is what is really concerning residents, and I am sure my hon. Friend the Minister will have been…25 Nov 2025HANSARDImmigration Reforms: Humanitarian Visa RoutesI beg to move, That this House has considered the potential impact of immigration reforms on humanitarian visa routes. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Edward,…25 Nov 2025