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HANSARDScotland-England Transport ConnectivityScotland Office Ministers and officials have regular discussions with colleagues across Government about Lord Hendy’s Union connectivity review. I recently met stakeholders to…17 May 2023HANSARDScotland-England Transport ConnectivityI agree with my hon. Friend’s enthusiasm for such rail links. The Department for Transport is developing a new cross-country national rail contract that is expected to commence in…17 May 2023HANSARDScotland-England Transport ConnectivityProposals to reopen the Leamside line were carefully considered as part of the development of the integrated rail plan. On the basis of available evidence and value for money…17 May 2023HANSARDScotland-England Transport ConnectivityThe Government remain absolutely committed to the levelling-up agenda across all parts of the United Kingdom, including Scotland and the hon. Gentleman’s constituency in Glasgow.…17 May 2023HANSARDRenewable EnergyThe answer is certainly not independence. The answer is ensuring we are doing all we can to reduce connection timescales as a priority. As well as accelerating the timelines for…17 May 2023HANSARDRenewable EnergyThis Government fully recognise the opportunity that hydrogen presents as part of our shift in energy focus, and we will continue to work with the sector to deliver that.17 May 2023HANSARDRenewable EnergyThe energy profits levy strikes the right balance by funding the cost of living support while encouraging investment in order to bolster UK energy security. The levy is helping to…17 May 2023HANSARDOffshore Wind: EmploymentThe future for Scotland’s offshore wind sector is bright. As part of our “Powering up Britain” package, the floating offshore wind manufacturing investment scheme is currently…17 May 2023HANSARDOffshore Wind: EmploymentThe growth of our green industries will lead to new jobs and many benefits for our communities, whether they be in East Lothian or in other parts of Scotland. To support this…17 May 2023HANSARDOffshore Wind: EmploymentMy hon. Friend is very knowledgeable on such matters affecting Scotland. Scotland has indeed benefited significantly from the contracts for difference scheme, which is the…17 May 2023HANSARDCost of LivingScotland Office Ministers have regular discussions with ministerial colleagues regarding cost of living support. At the recent Budget, the Chancellor announced additional support…29 Mar 2023HANSARDCost of LivingMy right hon. Friend makes a very important point. The Scottish Government’s deposit return scheme does not work, and it is very important we find a solution that works across all…29 Mar 2023HANSARDCost of LivingNo, I do not agree. This Government have taken the measures necessary to support households, families and businesses across Scotland and in all parts of the United Kingdom, and…29 Mar 2023HANSARDRail Funding: HS2 Barnett ConsequentialMay I also start by congratulating the Scotland team on their triumph last night and the new First Minister of Scotland? The United Kingdom Government are responsible for heavy…29 Mar 2023HANSARDRail Funding: HS2 Barnett ConsequentialThe Welsh Government have actually received a significant uplift in their Barnett-based funding due to UK Government spending on HS2. I also point out that the UK Government have…29 Mar 2023HANSARDRail Funding: HS2 Barnett ConsequentialI pay tribute to my hon. Friend for his hard work with the other cross-border MPs, including me, to deliver the extension of the Borders railway to Hawick and Newcastleton and on…29 Mar 2023HANSARDCost of LivingThis Government continue to do everything we possibly can to support the most vulnerable in society. Taken together with all the Government’s efforts to help families and…29 Mar 2023HANSARDCost of LivingAs the Chancellor set out in the autumn statement, we have taken the appropriate steps to help the most vulnerable households in Scotland and across the UK. I have set out already…22 Feb 2023HANSARDRenewable EnergyI agree with the hon. Lady’s comments about Scotland’s potential in the renewable sector. I will allow my colleagues in the Treasury to respond to the point that she made about…22 Feb 2023HANSARDScottish Fishing IndustryThis Government provide wide-ranging support to Scotland’s fishing industry. The processing and preserving of fish was recognised as an energy and trade intensive sector in the…22 Feb 2023