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HANSARD Defibrillators: Public AccessI commend the hon. Lady for securing the debate. She was very kind to mention me earlier—I brought the Automated External Defibrillators (Public Access) Bill to the House in 2020,…04 Jul 2023HANSARD Winnie EwingWill the right hon. Gentleman give way?04 Jul 2023HANSARDViolence in the West BankI thank the Minister of State for her measured and careful answers to the urgent question. It is important that her interest in this matter is put on the record. Will she outline…04 Jul 2023HANSARDSrebrenica Memorial WeekI commend the hon. Lady for securing this debate. I apologise to you, Sir Robert, and to the hon. Lady for not being able to make a speech. I wish to do so, but I have to attend…04 Jul 2023HANSARD NHS Long-term Workforce PlanI welcome the Secretary of State’s statement and the positivity he is trying to bring forward. The NHS workforce plan has concluded that the number of places in medical schools…03 Jul 2023HANSARD Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) BillIt has been a joy to hear the different opinions expressed in the Chamber today, both from those in favour of the Bill and from those against it. I have to say to my good friends,…03 Jul 2023HANSARD Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) BillI very much welcome the legislation that the Secretary of State is introducing, and we as a party will support it when the time comes tonight. There are many examples in Northern…03 Jul 2023HANSARDNet MigrationIt is very clear that the issue of migration must be settled and sorted out. At the same time, it is important to note that those who have come from eastern Europe, the middle…03 Jul 2023HANSARDRoad Fuel PricesThis is a very welcome announcement, especially in respect of the information on fuel-price competition that will allow drivers to look for fuel at petrol stations that are closer…03 Jul 2023HANSARD Bladder and Bowel Continence CareThank you for allowing me to speak, Sir Graham, on the subject of bladder and bowel continence care. I thank the hon. Member for South West Bedfordshire (Andrew Selous) for…29 Jun 2023HANSARDIsrael: Free Trade AgreementI thank the Minister for that very positive response. We in Northern Ireland are keen to ensure that the bilateral trade agreements benefit our companies as well. Some people and…29 Jun 2023HANSARDFishing IndustryThe hon. Gentleman has clarified the matter. I hope that the Minister, although she does not have sole responsibility for this, can illustrate and take forward our thoughts. I…29 Jun 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhen it comes to increasing trade with African countries, what steps are being taken to ensure that increased trade is carried out with companies that take human rights seriously…29 Jun 2023HANSARDFishing IndustryIt is a pleasure to speak in a debate on fishing. I do not believe there has been a fishing debate in this Chamber or in Westminster Hall that I have not participated in—some…29 Jun 2023HANSARD Migration and Economic Development PartnershipI am sure the Secretary of State was saying, “Great, it is all over.” I jest, but it is not fair to do so, because it is a very serious matter. Although I agree with the Secretary…29 Jun 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseIn the past month, more than 230 churches have been burned, at least 64 Christians have been killed, and 10,000 people have been displaced in the Indian state of Manipur in…29 Jun 2023HANSARD Migration and Economic Development Partnershiprose—29 Jun 2023HANSARDWater Industry: Financial ResilienceI thank the Minister for her answers. We are ever mindful that house building is important, and development opportunities are critical to the future as well, so with developers…28 Jun 2023HANSARD Hong Kong National Security Law AnniversaryI congratulate the right hon. Member for Chingford and Woodford Green (Sir Iain Duncan Smith) on his continuing energy, enthusiasm and wisdom in highlighting this issue. Today we…28 Jun 2023HANSARD Mental Health In-patient Services: Improving SafetyOn behalf of my party, I express my sympathy to all the families who have been bereaved and hurt by what has taken place. I thank the Secretary of State for his announcement about…28 Jun 2023