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HANSARDBirmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [Lords]The point was made that the levy is a small amount of money, but there is an administrative cost as well. Does the hon. Lady think it right at this moment, when the hospitality…11 Jun 2020HANSARDBirmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [Lords]It is tough to follow a barnstorming performance such as that, but it is a pleasure to speak in a debate that delivers something that voices from across the House can agree on:…11 Jun 2020HANSARDFuture Relationship with the EUThe people of Stoke-on-Trent, who voted overwhelmingly for Brexit, expect the extension not to happen. A comprehensive free trade agreement could easily be agreed by both parties,…09 Jun 2020HANSARDHouse Business during the PandemicMy constituents in Stoke-on-Trent Central are getting back to work, and they are worried about job losses and their future. I feel that what we are doing in this debate is a bit…08 Jun 2020HANSARDPublic Health England Review: Covid-19 DisparitiesThe report identifies death rates in the most deprived areas as being more than double those in the least deprived. Does the Minister agree that growing capacity in community…04 Jun 2020HANSARD Covid-19 ResponseWill my right hon. Friend join me in thanking the British Ceramic Confederation for its work advising the Government on safety in the hospitality industry? A chipped plate is not…02 Jun 2020HANSARD Conduct of Business After the Whitsun RecessI am pleased that the Leader of the House has announced that measures will be considered to protect MPs who have been shielding or carrying out caring responsibilities for…20 May 2020HANSARD Trade BillThis is an important Bill for global Britain, and important too for our local manufacturers, not least in Stoke-on-Trent. As a passionate supporter of free trade, I am grateful…20 May 2020HANSARD Future Relationship with the EU: NegotiationsDoes my right hon. Friend agree that we can only proceed to negotiate a free trade agreement with the EU if the EU recognises that our basic approach to the negotiations is formed…19 May 2020HANSARDClimate Change13. What progress the Government have made on tackling climate change through international co-operation.17 Mar 2020HANSARDClimate ChangeDoes my hon. Friend agree that central to delivering a successful COP is the UK playing a leadership role in the international community and pushing our global friends to more…17 Mar 2020HANSARD Budget ResolutionsI want to start by expressing my gratitude and admiration for the dedication and professionalism of all in our health services at this extremely difficult time. It is a challenge…16 Mar 2020HANSARD Veterans’ Mental HealthI agree with my hon. Friend that the ability to speedily find a high-skilled, high-quality job after leaving the forces is essential to help veterans to transition back into…12 Mar 2020HANSARDLow-risk Medicines18. What steps his Department is taking to increase the range of healthcare professionals permitted to administer low-risk medicines.10 Mar 2020HANSARDLow-risk MedicinesWould my right hon. Friend join me in welcoming the Government’s commitment to an extra 26,000 primary care staff and confirm that this will improve access to primary care…10 Mar 2020HANSARDMinisterial CodeDoes my right hon. Friend agree that everyone has a duty to treat colleagues with respect, but that we ought not to take lectures from the Labour leadership on how to deal with…02 Mar 2020HANSARD UK-US Trade DealI really welcome the visits by my right hon. Friend and by the Minister of State, my hon. Friend the Member for Bournemouth West (Conor Burns) to Stoke-on-Trent. I think that my…02 Mar 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseAs my right hon. Friend knows, for those furthest from the job market, good employment means good training and upskilling. Will he join me in congratulating North Staffordshire…27 Feb 2020HANSARD Child ProtectionI welcome the investment in the county lines co-ordination centre, but I am concerned that looked-after children can be in facilities that are not registered and not regulated. I…27 Feb 2020HANSARDRough SleepingI welcome my right hon. Friend’s announcement of additional funds and an urgent review. May I also pay tribute to our wonderful local charities and Stoke-on-Trent City Council,…27 Feb 2020