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HANSARDPublic Expenditure and the Cost of LivingWithout pre-empting the details of the Chancellor’s statement tomorrow, I can say that the Government’s position is that, while tough decisions will be necessary, we remain…16 Nov 2022HANSARDPublic Expenditure and the Cost of LivingI hope that, as the Member of Parliament representing Govan, the hon. Member will join me in welcoming the £4.2 billion defence investment in Glasgow’s shipyards for the building…16 Nov 2022HANSARDFloating Offshore WindThe Government recognise the important role that infrastructure plays in supporting the commercialisation of floating offshore wind at scale across the United Kingdom, including…16 Nov 2022HANSARDFloating Offshore WindI commend my hon. Friend for raising this issue, as it is an important part of the Scottish economy. Scotland is a world leader in floating offshore wind, and it is home to both…16 Nov 2022HANSARDFloating Offshore WindWe continue to engage with our colleagues in the Scottish Government on this and a number of other policy areas, I would be happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss further…16 Nov 2022HANSARDTrust in the UK GovernmentThe Prime Minister has been crystal clear about the need to put integrity at the heart of his Government. It is also certain that the people of Scotland can trust this United…16 Nov 2022HANSARDTrust in the UK GovernmentThe Prime Minister has been clear about the need to rebuild trust and to put the public above politics. We will act with integrity, professionalism and accountability at every…16 Nov 2022HANSARDEnergy Bills: Support for Households in ScotlandI am concerned to hear about that case. Ofgem is independent of the Government but, if the hon. Lady sends me the details, I would be happy to raise the case directly with Ofgem.16 Nov 2022HANSARDTrust in the UK GovernmentI struggled to hear the end of the hon. Gentleman’s question. We remain committed to Scotland remaining at the heart of the United Kingdom. We respect the result of the 2014…16 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomyI will take an intervention from the hon. Member.02 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomyIf the hon. Member can tell me why we should be having a referendum now rather than dealing with the cost of living crisis, the failing education system in Scotland, the NHS…02 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomyMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Scotland set out very clearly the benefits of Scotland’s remaining part of the United Kingdom. I strongly reject the hon.…02 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomyIt is a pleasure to respond to this debate in my first appearance at the Dispatch Box as a Scotland Office Minister. I am proud to be wearing the “Back British Farming” wheat pin…02 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomyI am grateful for that intervention. I clearly remember taking part in the 2014 referendum, when we were promised by those in the yes campaign that it would be a…02 Nov 2022HANSARDScottish Independence and the Scottish EconomySNP Members are trying to intervene, but they have had six hours to talk about the issues that really concern people in Scotland. I will make some progress, and then I may take…02 Nov 2022HANSARDStrengthening the UnionI am delighted to see the Ministers in their places. Cross-border transport links are essential for strengthening the Union and connecting people across the United Kingdom.…27 Oct 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI have, yes. Does the Leader of the House agree that the Member should apologise, and will she consider holding a debate on divisive rhetoric in politics in the light of recent…27 Oct 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseEarlier this week, the hon. Member for Airdrie and Shotts (Ms Qaisar) attacked the Prime Minister over his race. In a nasty social media post, the SNP Member suggested that the…27 Oct 2022HANSARD Cross-Channel Migrants: Manston FacilityMany of my constituents are concerned about illegal immigration and the Government are right to tackle it. Will the Minister confirm again, however, that by tackling illegal…27 Oct 2022HANSARDStrengthening the Union11. What steps his Department is taking to strengthen the Union.27 Oct 2022