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HANSARDTobacco and Vapes BillFirst of all, I commend the Secretary of State and the Government for bringing forward this legislation. I support it because I believe it is right, but I have been contacted by…16 Apr 2024HANSARDRail Manufacturing: Job LossesI thank the Minister for his answers; I do not think anybody in the House could doubt his commitment or that of the Government to improving things, and we thank them for that.…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 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 Human Rights: Consular ServicesIt is a pleasure to speak in this debate, Dame Caroline. I commend the hon. Member for Edinburgh West (Christine Jardine) for setting the scene so well. She has been a…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Digital Skills and CareersI thank the hon. Lady for securing the debate; she always brings interesting and sensible debates to Westminster Hall and elsewhere. From the time I have known her, she has always…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Solar Supply ChainsThe Minister referred to 55 companies, and I presume they include companies from Northern Ireland. It is important that we have a policy that affects all of the United Kingdom of…16 Apr 2024HANSARD Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Gender Non-conforming Young PeopleI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing forward this issue, which we touched on in the statement earlier today. Does he agree that we have a duty to protect children of all…15 Apr 2024HANSARDIran-Israel UpdateFirst, I thank the Prime Minister very much for his decisive action in support of Israel, and I thank our world-class Royal Air Force for preventing further loss of life. Just…15 Apr 2024HANSARDAsylum Seekers Accommodated in HotelsMr Speaker, may I pass on the condolences of myself and my party on the death of your father? We know you loved your father, and we know that your father loved you. When it comes…15 Apr 2024HANSARDCass ReviewYou are most kind, Madam Deputy Speaker. I know that I have now caught the Secretary of State’s eye. May I thank the Secretary of State for her fortitude and determination, and Dr…15 Apr 2024HANSARD Cross-Solent FerriesI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing the debate forward. There is a similar issue back home, except for one difference. We have a ferry that connects Portaferry, in my…26 Mar 2024HANSARDRNLI BicentenaryI will focus on the title and subject matter of the debate because that is important—it is why we are all here. Like others, I always want to speak on the tremendous work carried…26 Mar 2024HANSARD Disability BenefitsOn a point of order, Mrs Latham.26 Mar 2024HANSARD Disability BenefitsThe Minister talks about compassion. The medical evidence that has been presented is very clear in what it says. May I ask respectfully whether the staff looking at these matters…26 Mar 2024HANSARDIsrael and GazaI thank the Minister for his statement and his answers. Will he confirm what discussions have taken place and what actions have been agreed to ascertain whether there is any…26 Mar 2024HANSARD Disability BenefitsI thank the hon. Member for Slough (Mr Dhesi) for his persistent and thorough questioning of the DWP on matters pertaining to disability benefits. I support him in these debates…26 Mar 2024HANSARDReducing ReoffendingThank you, Mr Speaker. You are never going to let me forget about my birthday. I very much thank the Secretary of State for his answers, and for his very clear commitment to…26 Mar 2024HANSARDRNLI BicentenaryIt is an honour to serve under your chairship, Mrs Harris. I commend the hon. Member for Totnes (Anthony Mangnall) on setting the scene so well and focusing on the bicentenary of…26 Mar 2024HANSARD People Granted Asylum: Government SupportI commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing forward this debate on a very important subject. I am pleased to the see the Minister in his place; I know he will do his utmost, as he…26 Mar 2024