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HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Leader of the House will always be the king of the north as far as I am concerned— [ Laughter . ] I believe that many others in the House will be of the same opinion. Will the…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDUK Artists Touring in EuropeI am very fortunate that I have exceptional talent in my constituency, and for those who wish to take their talents across Europe and other parts of the world, the opportunity is…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDPolling Stations: Blind and Visually Impaired VotersI thank the right hon. and learned Gentleman for that answer. The RNIB has been in touch with me in relation to an issue in Northern Ireland. Access to elections is imperative if…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Grooming Gangs: Independent InquiryI thank the Minister very much for her encouraging answers, and put on record that no one doubts her commitment to delivering justice. We thank her for it. What urgent steps will…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Regional Innovation and GrowthFirst, I thank the Chair and the Select Committee for their report. The hon. Lady has clearly identified the regional shortcomings when it comes to innovation, growth and where we…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Courts and Tribunals BillI thank the hon. Gentleman for his recommendations. Many are specific to England and Wales, but could be helpful for us in Northern Ireland. I always ask this question, because it…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDInfected Blood Compensation SchemeI commend the hon. Gentleman for setting the scene so well, and I am sure that everyone in the House is committed to the same objectives. The hon. Gentleman is right to underline…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDHuman Rights: Supply ChainsFirst, Mr Dowd, I commend you for taking the Chair and saving the debate. It is said that you never go home, so perhaps that is why you were able to get here. I thank the hon.…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionI beg to move, That this House has considered public toilet provision for people with stoma. Thank you for standing in, Mr Dowd. It is much appreciated by us all. It is always…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionI thank the hon. Gentleman, and I will take advantage of that opportunity if it comes. More than 200,000 people across the United Kingdom live with a stoma. For some, it may be a…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionThe very poor provision of toilets is an issue I will address shortly. Fortunately, we have been proactive in my constituency, which may be something that others wish to follow.…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionThat is, again, an incredibly powerful intervention from the hon. Gentleman, who is very focused on the issue. The toilet should be of the right level of cleanliness, and with the…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionLet me read out an example. I do not know this young lady, but you know her incredibly well, Mr Dowd. She is a young constituent called Jessica, who has had a stoma since she was…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionThe role of councils is incredibly important. The Government’s 10-year health plan sets out a shift from hospital to community, from sickness to prevention and from analogue to…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Stoma: Public Toilet ProvisionI thank everyone for their participation, and those in the Gallery who gave us information to use in the debate. The hon. Member for Fylde (Mr Snowden) brought a focus to this…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDDefence SpendingThe increase in spending for Wales should encourage us all, as it does across this great United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Does the right hon. Lady agree that…17 Jun 2026 · 3d agoHANSARDSteel TariffsThe Minister will be aware that Northern Ireland operates a dual market economy, relying on the same supply base in GB and the Republic Ireland for structural steel sections. GB…17 Jun 2026 · 3d agoHANSARD National Security (State Threats) BillI commend the Minister for bringing forward this legislation. I am concerned on behalf of my constituents of Chinese descent who still have families living in Hong Kong and China…17 Jun 2026 · 3d agoHANSARDHigh Street Shops: Illicit ActivityIt is a real pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Dowd. I say a big thank you to the hon. Member for Halesowen (Alex Ballinger) for bringing this important issue to the…17 Jun 2026 · 3d agoHANSARDHigh Street Shops: Illicit ActivityMy hon. Friend always brings wise words and wisdom to the debate. We frequently hear the narrative that Northern Ireland maintains historic lows in overall crime, but sweeping…17 Jun 2026 · 3d ago