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HANSARDUK Diagnostics Industry and Covid-19 RecoveryThe Minister referred to Queen’s University Belfast, and I know he has a particular interest in being there and being involved with it. Will he indicate whether Queen’s University…10 May 2022HANSARDDebate on the AddressWill the right hon. Lady give way?10 May 2022HANSARD Points of OrderOn a point of order, Mr Speaker.28 Apr 2022HANSARDPlastic WasteI thank the Minister for her response, and in that theme of positive strategy going forward, what discussions has she had with the Department of Health and Social Care about the…28 Apr 2022HANSARD Points of OrderThank you very much, Mr Speaker. You are always most kind, and I appreciate it. Over the last few weeks, Members have put in a number of questions. We know that those questions…28 Apr 2022HANSARDFreedom of Religion and BeliefHas discussion been raised with the global bishops to ascertain how the thriving Anglican Church in Africa can further be instrumental in promoting the treasured freedom of…28 Apr 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. Farmers across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are very innovative and want to diversify. Can I ask the Minister a straightforward question? What is…28 Apr 2022HANSARDElections BillIt is a pleasure to contribute to the debate. I wish to speak to Lords amendments 106 to 109, as they pertain to local elections in Northern Ireland and elections to the Northern…27 Apr 2022HANSARDElections BillI thank the hon. Gentleman for his intervention. He poses a question, but he also poses a solution. We both know what the solutions are, and clearly the Minister does too.27 Apr 2022HANSARD UK City of Culture 2025: County Durham’s BidIn this great United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, culture, tradition and history are so important, so I welcome the hon. Gentleman’s bid. Does he agree that the…27 Apr 2022HANSARDElections BillMy hon. Friend is absolutely right, and I totally agree with him. I looked through some of the things referred to in Lords amendment 86 as a “specified document”. Nearly half of…27 Apr 2022HANSARDHM Passport Office BacklogsI thank the Minister for his industrious efforts to try to solve the problem; it is clear that he is trying to do that. I echo the comments about the staff in the Belfast office,…27 Apr 2022HANSARDEngagements9. Last week, a headline in The Daily Telegraph — not normally a paper that I read—stated: “Northern Ireland could be forced to follow EU rules on Covid tests”. The Chancellor has…27 Apr 2022HANSARDGreat British Railways Headquarters: Derby’s BidThe hon. Lady has been wide-reaching in the debate for Derby, but we can all take advantage. The Government and the Minister have given their commitment to levelling up across the…27 Apr 2022HANSARDChannel 4 PrivatisationI am convinced that the Minister believes in the importance of maintaining an impartial media. At a time when the phrase “fake news” has risen to prominence, that is vital.…27 Apr 2022HANSARDElections BillMany people cannot follow it, and I suspect that I am one of them. The denial letter is sent with the DRN on it. Again, the elderly and ill people ask, “What does that DRN mean?”…27 Apr 2022HANSARDGreat British Railways Headquarters: Derby’s BidI commend the hon. Lady for her dedication to all the subject matter on which she has delivered the legislation coming through on marriage. I support that and was very pleased to…27 Apr 2022HANSARD UkraineI welcome the Secretary of State’s statement, and her clear commitment, which the House endorses and supports. It is important to have sanctions and armaments in place, and for…26 Apr 2022HANSARDPrime Minister’s Visit to IndiaI thank the Minister for the details of the visit to India. There is a strong and growing evidential base showing high levels of persecution of Christians, Muslims, Sikhs,…26 Apr 2022HANSARDChildhood Cancer OutcomesFirst, let me thank the hon. Member for Gosport (Dame Caroline Dinenage) for setting the scene so very well, and all right hon. and hon. Members who have made fantastic…26 Apr 2022