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HANSARD Improving the UK Visa SystemI hope that the Minister will forgive me for pressing him on the issue of fishing and seasonal visas, but we really need an answer, please.03 Jun 2026HANSARD Lebanon: Israel Defence Forces OperationsI thank the Minister for his answers; he has an incredibly difficulty portfolio. Israel is not perfect. I am not perfect. The Minister is not perfect. Nobody in this House is…03 Jun 2026HANSARDGeneral Strike Centenary CommemorationsI commend the hon. Gentleman on bringing this debate forward. I spoke to him beforehand to ascertain his focus, and I will outline my focus and why I wished to be here. I remember…03 Jun 2026HANSARDSmall Towns: Transport LinksIt is a real pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Roger. I thank the hon. Member for Rossendale and Darwen (Andy MacNae) for giving us a chance to debate this issue. He can…03 Jun 2026HANSARD Seasonal Hospitality Businesses in Coastal AreasI can testify that, for Northern Ireland, cost increases have forced almost 90% of hospitality businesses, many of which are found on our coastlines, to operate at below 90% of…03 Jun 2026HANSARDCommunity PharmaciesI very much welcome what the Minister has said. There is lots of good stuff being rolled out across the United Kingdom, but I asked him to share some of the things that have been…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Relationship between Social Security Scotland and the DWPI thank the Minister for giving way—he is always constructive and helpful, and we look forward to his contribution and his answers, which I am sure will help the hon. Member for…02 Jun 2026HANSARDHeat NetworksHe’s the one with the hair, Mr Speaker; I don’t have any. I welcome the Minister’s response to the hon. Member for Edinburgh North and Leith (Tracy Gilbert). The regulation of…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Children: Development of Essential SkillsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship as always, Dr Allin-Khan. I thank the hon. Member for Bracknell (Peter Swallow) for highlighting this essential issue. The…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Preparedness for National EmergenciesI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing this issue forward; I spoke to him beforehand. Does he agree that if groups tasked with preparedness training, such as the building…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Workplace Exposure to Silica DustI commend the hon. Lady for securing the debate. Exposure to RCS dust causes significant occupational health issues, and the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Children: Development of Essential SkillsI agree with the hon. Member. I know that from my grandchildren—the wee ones in particular, who are both educationally challenged—though my son and daughter-in-law restrict time.…02 Jun 2026HANSARDMilburn Review: Interim ReportThe concept of paying our dues, working long hours and bad shifts, and working our way up are principles that founded the British work ethic, but they now appear something to be…02 Jun 2026HANSARDCommunity PharmaciesIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Jardine. I thank the hon. Member for Tiverton and Minehead (Rachel Gilmour) for placing this matter before us. I also welcome…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Workplace Exposure to Silica DustI thank the Minister for his comprehensive response. The dangers are significant for those who visit factories and quarry sites. The Minister outlined that there is a strict…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Workplace Exposure to Silica DustWill the Minister give way?02 Jun 2026HANSARDArmed Forces BillI commend the hon. Gentleman on his speech. The Minister knows this, because he has practical experience and knowledge of Northern Ireland, but we want to see the covenant in its…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Relationship between Social Security Scotland and the DWPI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing this debate—I spoke to her about it beforehand, just as I spoke to you, Madam Deputy Speaker. In Northern Ireland we see the same…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Children: Development of Essential SkillsFirst, may I welcome the Minister’s comments on all the issues that have been raised, particularly mine on screen time? Sometimes we must engage with parents in a way that shows…02 Jun 2026HANSARD Glasgow City Region EconomyI commend the hon. Member for bringing this forward. I spoke to him beforehand about city region deals recognising the situation in Glasgow and my constituency, yet this work has…02 Jun 2026