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HANSARD Asylum Decisions (Support for Refugees)I thank the hon. Member for Bristol West (Thangam Debbonaire) for setting the scene. I always enjoy the debates she secures, because she is so passionate and her voice is always…04 Mar 2020HANSARD Asylum Decisions (Support for Refugees)I was also one of those who mentioned bank accounts. I am very keen to know that what the Minister is asking for means that there will be feedback for all of us who are here and…04 Mar 2020HANSARD Sports Coaches (Positions of Trust)I congratulate the hon. Lady on securing the debate. I took part in a 2018 debate on safeguarding children in sport when she was Sports Minister, and I was very thankful for all…04 Mar 2020HANSARD Housing and PlanningDoes the hon. Member agree that we have a duty to do our best to push for more affordable green homes, and that grants and incentives to cover the costs of renewable and…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandI congratulate the hon. Member for Bedford (Mohammad Yasin) on securing this debate. Although this debate is about nursing shortages in England and health is a devolved matter in…03 Mar 2020HANSARD Climate Protests in Cambridge: Police Responserose —03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandI thank the hon. Gentleman for that intervention. I was not aware of that proposal until now, but it certainly seems like a way of incentivising people—for some people. Let us be…03 Mar 2020HANSARD Climate Protests in Cambridge: Police ResponseThe hon. Gentleman has been careful in what he is saying, because it is about balance and respecting other people. Those who protest have to respect those they inconvenience.03 Mar 2020HANSARD Children and Domestic AbuseThank you, Mr Hollobone. That is quite easy to work out, with seven minutes each or thereabouts. I will do my best to keep to that and hopefully I will finish a wee bit sooner. I…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandThe Minister has mentioned the Government’s commitment to increasing national health service funding. It is important to state for the record that we acknowledge the good things…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandI thank the hon. Gentleman for his intervention, and that is exactly what I am saying. I know that the Health Department in Westminster does not have responsibility for recruiting…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandFor that to happen and for them to return, there would need to be a database of all former nurses. I am mindful that there will be a statement later about the coronavirus, and a…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandI talk very fast.03 Mar 2020HANSARD Children and Domestic AbuseWill the hon. Lady give way?03 Mar 2020HANSARD Climate Protests in Cambridge: Police ResponseTaking into consideration the fact that a number of my constituents attend Cambridge and study there at this time, I am sure that the hon. Member will share my concern that, at…03 Mar 2020HANSARD Children and Domestic AbuseI am conscious of the psychological, financial and emotional ways in which a partner can put pressure on a wife and mother of the children. My office has dealt on many occasions…03 Mar 2020HANSARDResearch and Development InvestmentAcross the whole United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, universities have played a critical role in research and development. What help will the Secretary of State…03 Mar 2020HANSARD CoronavirusI thank the Minister for his diligence. There are some 11.8 million elderly people, which is 18% of the population, and some 4 million diabetics, which is 6% of the population. I…03 Mar 2020HANSARDNursing Workforce Shortage: EnglandI thank the Minister for her comprehensive response. I know that tax credits, NVQs and time out are not her responsibility, but would she be willing to speak to the Minister with…03 Mar 2020HANSARD Medicines and Medical Devices BillI forgot to mention that I also believe pharmacies could play a role in diagnosing sight loss, glaucoma and other things—small things that can be done in pharmacy. Is that…02 Mar 2020