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HANSARD EducationI am very happy to contribute to this debate. I would like to focus on the distinction between relationships education and sex education in relation to the right of withdrawal.…20 Mar 2019HANSARD Gambling-Related HarmIt is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for North Ayrshire and Arran (Patricia Gibson), a fiery lady who has put her viewpoint forcefully and correctly. I am pleased to support…19 Mar 2019HANSARD Gambling-Related HarmMy hon. Friend is right to call for more help. I am about to come to the figures. It is absolutely right that GamStop applies in Northern Ireland, especially given that Northern…19 Mar 2019HANSARD Children Act 1989: Local Authority ResponsibilitiesThe hon. Lady has secured an important Adjournment debate. Does she agree that the biggest duty of care we owe is to children who rely solely on the state to look after them? All…19 Mar 2019HANSARD Clydesdale Bank and SMEsFirst, I thank the Minister for his response on these issues. As he knows, I have met him on a number of occasions with my constituents to do with their problems, and I just want…19 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: Health and Social CareIt is always a pleasure to speak about this issue. I congratulate the hon. Member for Argyll and Bute (Brendan O’Hara) on setting the scene, and I support his request for the…19 Mar 2019HANSARDUK Space IndustryNot every region of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland can be part of the UK space industry, but every region deserves the opportunity for employment. Will…19 Mar 2019HANSARD Transition Towns and Fossil FuelsI congratulate the hon. Lady on bringing this matter to the House. I spoke to her before the debate to associate myself with her ideas. Does she agree that it is essential that…18 Mar 2019HANSARD Far-right Violence and Online ExtremismMay I add the DUP’s sympathies to all those who were killed and injured in New Zealand in that very vicious terrorist attack? Northern Ireland has experienced the unadulterated…18 Mar 2019HANSARD Exiting the European Union (Agriculture)The Minister is probably aware that concern has been expressed by some agri-food companies in my constituency, although perhaps not those in the organic business, about packaging,…18 Mar 2019HANSARD InterserveWhen Carillion went down, lots of jobs were lost and projects were put on hold, and confidence was badly dented. At that time, we were informed that steps were being taken to…18 Mar 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseLast week, the world celebrated International Women’s Day. In this House, we recognised the challenges faced by women the world over. Women still face discrimination, harassment…14 Mar 2019HANSARDHealth and Care Professions Council: Registration FeesI am always surprised when I am called early, Mr McCabe, but it is always a pleasure to speak in such debates. I thank the hon. Member for Coventry South (Mr Cunningham), who is a…14 Mar 2019HANSARDFuture of the Oil and Gas IndustryThe hon. Gentleman is speaking of the benefits to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I have some constituents who depend on the Scottish oil and gas sector…14 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: Interim Trade TariffsOnly yesterday, trade arrangements were announced between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and they give us some concessions. However, the Ulster Farmers Union has…14 Mar 2019HANSARDFuture of the Oil and Gas IndustryThe hon. Gentleman is being very generous with interventions. One of the things that I noticed in the report was the impact on fisheries. The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation…14 Mar 2019HANSARD War Pensions: Appeals ProcessI have sought the hon. Gentleman’s permission to intervene. Does he not agree that there must be a simplified appeals process for war pensions, when we take into account the fact…13 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: FishingIt is a pleasure to speak on this matter, Mr Stringer. I do not think a fishing debate has taken place during my time in Westminster that I have not participated in. People may…13 Mar 2019HANSARD Disability Assessment ServicesI congratulate the hon. Member for Chichester (Gillian Keegan) on bringing forward this debate. It is an important issue; I told her I would make it my business to be here at the…13 Mar 2019HANSARD Modern Farming and the EnvironmentI can be many things, but I can never be Rebecca Pow—or Rebecca “Kerpow!”, as we call her. It is a pleasure to speak in this debate. I congratulate the hon. Member for Gordon…12 Mar 2019