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HANSARD International Freedom of Religion or Belief Bill (Money)First, I declare an interest as chair of the all-party parliamentary group for international freedom of religion or belief. I rise to ensure that the moneys and staffing that are…22 Apr 2024HANSARDHospice FundingThat is good to remember. I will mention the volunteers. The hon. Member for Walsall North (Eddie Hughes) is no longer here, but he mentioned a sponsored walk and encouraged the…22 Apr 2024HANSARDTowns FundI thank the Minister for his answers. He will recall that I asked some time ago about the Ards and North Down Council’s Whitespots project—a historical project for tourism that…22 Apr 2024HANSARDHospice FundingI thank the hon. Member for Hastings and Rye (Sally-Ann Hart) for setting the scene so well, as well as all those who have made substantial contributions. Hon. and right hon.…22 Apr 2024HANSARDSafety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) BillI say this with all humility and with respect for the Minister, who I know is an honourable person: does he agree that there is a simple way out of this deadlock? It is to accept…22 Apr 2024HANSARDHospice FundingWe have a Marie Curie hospice in Belfast that gives excellent care to those who have cancer. Does the hon. Lady agree that, while it is important to have the financial part in…22 Apr 2024HANSARDSafety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) BillI make this point because it is important and I want it recorded in Hansard . My constituent Trevor Young worked for the British Army in Afghanistan, alongside his comrade and…22 Apr 2024HANSARDAntimicrobial ResistanceOne of the groups that I speak to reminded me to mention—I quote— “the need for Group B Strep screening in pregnant women during labour instead of using antibiotics for all…17 Apr 2024HANSARD Exclusive Economic Zone: Maritime SafetyAs the Minister knows, I represent the constituency of Strangford, which has a large fishing fleet. The right hon. Gentleman has secured a vital debate and clearly outlined the…17 Apr 2024HANSARDHumanitarian Situation in GazaMay I first thank the Minister very much for his response to all the questions? It is clear that he has compassion and that he wants to answer in the best way, so we thank him for…17 Apr 2024HANSARDAntimicrobial ResistanceI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing the debate forward. The issue has been in my mind for some time, and I have a number of questions about antibiotic use, which, as I…17 Apr 2024HANSARD Finance (No. 2) BillI thank the Minister for coming to the House to present the Bill. Over the last six months, particularly the last few weeks, farmers have been under exceptional weather pressure,…17 Apr 2024HANSARD Afghan Refugees: Deportation from PakistanI thank the Minister, as always, for her responses. What steps will the Government take, not only to provide safe passage and routes for Afghans and allies to reach the UK, but to…17 Apr 2024HANSARD Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) BillMy party will support the Government, with the exception of one amendment. I have previously asked the Minister about freedom of religion or belief. We have that freedom in the…17 Apr 2024HANSARDFood Waste and Food DistributionAbsolutely, and that is the point that I am trying to make. I said to the Minister before the sitting that I do not expect him to give us all the answers. We have the answers…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Human Rights: Consular ServicesI certainly do, and I am pleased that the right hon. Gentleman intervened to underline that issue. I was going to mention Jimmy Lai; the key issue is that he is a British passport…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Human Rights: Consular ServicesI thank the hon. Lady for reminding me. I could remember the name Kevin but not his last name—my apologies. I thank the hon. Lady for filling in the gaps in my memory. She is…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Health Services: Cross-border Co-operationThe Northern Ireland-Republic of Ireland cross-border initiative was officially closed in December 2020 due to the withdrawal of EU funding. It was a scheme that many of my…16 Apr 2024HANSARDFloating Offshore WindI thank the Secretary of State for her response. There is always a competition. As I represent Strangford, the fishing sector is very important to me. It is important that we have…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Citizens’ Assemblies and Local DemocracyI congratulate the hon. Lady on bringing forward this debate. I always do research on these matters. Northern Ireland is fortunate to have its own citizens’ assembly with 75…16 Apr 2024