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HANSARD A1: North NorthumberlandAs always, my hon. Friend is making a well-informed, passionate speech on behalf of his constituents. Is it not the case that dualling is necessary not just for the safety of his…15 Jul 2026HANSARD A1: North NorthumberlandJust to pick up on the comments around Treasury engagement, what is the Minister’s opinion of recent changes to the Green Book and the approach that Members of Parliament should…15 Jul 2026HANSARDIsraeli Settlements: Trade BanI thank my hon. Friend for giving way; he is making a very powerful and informed speech, as did my hon. Friend the Member for Sheffield Central (Abtisam Mohamed). I just want to…09 Jul 2026HANSARDCommunity-owned Renewable EnergyThere are amazing developments in community energy, particularly across my constituency with the Northumberland solar-powered community buildings project, which is purchasing and…07 Jul 2026HANSARDCommunity-owned Renewable Energy12. What assessment he has made of the potential impact of community-owned renewable energy on energy security.07 Jul 2026HANSARDForeign Interference in UK PoliticsI welcome these measures, which are a fantastic step forward. These actions are about not just tackling foreign donations and dirty money, but putting faith back into our politics…06 Jul 2026HANSARDFarming Sector: International TradeThe effects on farmers and food standards are some of the most visible and felt impacts of trade policy, and obviously domestic agriculture is one of our sectors that are most…02 Jul 2026HANSARDFarming Sector: International Trade13. What steps he is taking through international trade policies to help increase the financial sustainability of the farming sector.02 Jul 2026HANSARDBusiness of the HouseLast week, Sarah, the head of pastoral services at Hexham Priory school, and the Friends of Hexham Priory school began their 24-hour challenge. They raised more than £28,000 by…02 Jul 2026HANSARDIsrael: E1 Zone ExpansionI echo the concerns of colleagues from all parts of the House on the E1 settlements. If they go ahead, they will clearly destroy the viability of a Palestinian state. That is not…01 Jul 2026HANSARDMedia Green PaperThe Secretary of State will be aware that terrestrial television is not just an entertainment platform but a resilient form of communication that reaches into communities where…24 Jun 2026HANSARDFly-tipping: Residential AreasIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Stringer. Fly-tipping in residential and rural areas is a blight across the communities that I represent, whether it is the most…23 Jun 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsRural housing availability is in crisis, and all the tenants of an estate near Haltwhistle in my constituency, many of whom are elderly tenants in their 70s and 80s, received…15 Jun 2026HANSARD Brain CancerA constituent of mine, Daniel, passed away while he was part of the BRAIN-MATRIX study. Daniel’s tumour progressed from stage 2 to stage 4 before the pathway could properly inform…15 Jun 2026HANSARD Middle EastI add my voice to others across the House in urging for stronger actions on Israeli war crimes. Fertiliser is a key issue, not just in my constituency but across the world. I have…09 Jun 2026HANSARDSmall Towns: Transport LinksAs always, Sir Roger, it is a pleasure to serve under your chairship. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Rossendale and Darwen (Andy MacNae) on securing such an…03 Jun 2026HANSARD Lebanon: Israel Defence Forces OperationsI echo the comments about the need for Hezbollah to cease their attacks on civilians, but it is clear that the tactics being used by the IDF deliberately echo and mirror the…03 Jun 2026HANSARDCommunity PharmaciesAs always, it is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Jardine. I want to speak about rural community pharmacies. I am grateful to the hon. Member for Tiverton and Minehead…02 Jun 2026HANSARDDefence ReadinessMy hon. Friend is making an informed and well-made speech. Does she agree that we need to look at not only how we can expand international aid to deliver for the world’s poorest,…20 May 2026HANSARD National Accident Prevention StrategyWill the Minister give way?28 Apr 2026