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HANSARDCommunity Engagement Principles and Extremism DefinitionI thank the Minister for his answers to all the questions. In Northern Ireland, of course, we face extremism from the left and right, but at the same time we have managed to have…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionI know it is Minister Muir. I respect the hon. Lady greatly, but what discussions has Minister Muir had with the Department, because I understand there have been none? Ministers…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental Protectionrose —21 Jan 2025HANSARD Stourport Relief Road FundI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing this issue forward. I spoke to him beforehand to get his thoughts on what he is asking for. He is asking for what I have asked for in my…21 Jan 2025HANSARDObesity: Food and DietI thank everyone for their contributions so far. In particular, I thank the right hon. Member for Wetherby and Easingwold (Sir Alec Shelbrooke) for his contribution. It was a very…20 Jan 2025HANSARD Crewe Railway StationI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing forward this debate. Does he not agree that to meet carbon targets, connectivity is essential, and rail is needed as an integrated part…20 Jan 2025HANSARDObesity: Food and DietThe Minister is giving a very comprehensive response, and it is much appreciated. One of the things I asked for in my speech—I know he will do this, but I think we could probably…20 Jan 2025HANSARDObesity: Food and DietAccording to today’s press, there is clear evidence of that. Apparently, 400 people across the United Kingdom who took Ozempic experienced poor health as a result. It is not for…20 Jan 2025HANSARD Global Combat Air ProgrammeI thank the Chair of the Defence Committee for his statement today. In the statement, he referred to the demand for skilled workers. On Friday, I had the opportunity to meet Unite…20 Jan 2025HANSARD Office for Value for MoneyI thank the hon. Lady for her statement and her answers. Speaking as an Ulster Scot, like many of us in this Chamber, it might be an exaggeration to say that every pound is a…20 Jan 2025HANSARDUK-Ukraine 100-year PartnershipI thank the Secretary of State for his statement. It will give the almost 300 Ukrainian families living in my constituency the encouragement they need. It is our desire and their…20 Jan 2025HANSARDLocal Growth FundingI thank the Minister very much for his answers. He is a regular visitor to Northern Ireland, and that is because he loves Northern Ireland and wants to ensure that we play our…20 Jan 2025HANSARDMarine Renewables IndustryThe right hon. Gentleman is very kind. Strangford is at the junction between significant bodies of water, and it contains a thriving commercial fishing community, primarily based…16 Jan 2025HANSARDMarine Renewables IndustryI have quickly written this speech while others were speaking, so if it is a bit general, it will be because of haste. I have just read it twice, and I thank the Lord I should be…16 Jan 2025HANSARDMarine Renewables IndustryI thank the Minister for his comprehensive reply to everyone who has spoken in the debate. If he is not able to reply to this question right away, I am happy for him to come back…16 Jan 2025HANSARDHyde Park EstateThe Hyde Park estate is an oasis of peace and tranquillity in the middle of the concrete and buildings and used daily by many. What steps will the Church take to ensure that there…16 Jan 2025HANSARDMiddle EastI thank the Foreign Secretary for his sombre tone and for his soft but strong words—we all appreciate them. I very much welcome the fact that a ceasefire is imminent and that the…16 Jan 2025HANSARDGrassroots SportsMy eldest granddaughter loves football. She is 15 years old and plays in goal. The interest in girls and ladies’ football in Northern Ireland is exceptional, as it is here on the…16 Jan 2025HANSARDBusiness of the HouseMy question is about a rather disturbing matter, and it regards the latest issue of The House magazine. On page 14, there is an article entitled, “State of the union”. There are…16 Jan 2025HANSARD UK Submarine FleetI thank the Minister for her very comprehensive response. I am very keen to see that we all realise the potential from the dismantling of the submarines, and I know the Minister…15 Jan 2025