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HANSARDRail StrikesIf it is on that, no, because there are more important points to be honest. We need to return the debate to what the dispute is about. I refer to the hon. Member for Bexhill and…15 Jun 2022HANSARDRail StrikesLet me clarify one point if I may. There has been reference to RMT donations to individual Members and the declaration of interests. I thought the declaration of interests was…15 Jun 2022HANSARDRail StrikesLet me press on. The union’s second demand is to get some form of inflation proofing of members’ incomes, and who can blame it when inflation is rising by anything between 7% and…15 Jun 2022HANSARDRail StrikesThe question was raised as to whether the Secretary of State or the Government had met the RMT, and he basically said, “Let the negotiations go”. I cannot recall the exact phrase…15 Jun 2022HANSARDRail StrikesI do not have time, to be honest, or do I get a second extra minute? [ Interruption. ] I will give way.15 Jun 2022HANSARDNew Wealth TaxesI congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Leeds East (Richard Burgon) on introducing this debate. It is extremely timely and is given justification what our communities are…14 Jun 2022HANSARD Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) BillOn the point about advice, we are dealing with what has obviously become a contentious issue that often relies on subjective judgments. The advice that universities will take will…13 Jun 2022HANSARD Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) BillI do not want to spoil the flow of my hon. Friend’s incredibly eloquent speech, but non-disclosure agreements not only apply to students but are used extensively with staff. When…13 Jun 2022HANSARDGovernment Food StrategyRecent surveys have demonstrated food insecurity among the workforce within food production itself. In other words, many of the workers producing the food cannot even afford to…13 Jun 2022HANSARD Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) BillAs this now goes to the other place, could I just ask the Minister to think again on that particular issue? This is an incredibly contentious area, and it requires someone who is…13 Jun 2022HANSARDChampions League Final: ParisI declare an interest as a member of Spirit of Shankly supporters club. May I express my concern that we are talking about an investigation rather than a full, independent…06 Jun 2022HANSARD Public Order BillMy constituents and I have taken the view that because expansion is such a threat to our community, we are willing to engage in direct action, and if we are prosecuted under…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillThe problem is—and here I follow the advice of Her Majesty’s inspectorate of constabulary and fire and rescue services—that the measures will not be a deterrent. All they will do…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillCan I not this time? The hon. Member will understand. Let me just say this on the serious disruption prevention orders. The extent by which they curtail freedom is beyond anything…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillFair enough. [ Interruption. ] No, the hon. Gentleman makes a proper point in the debate, no matter how inaccurate or distorted it is, but never mind. Let me explain— […23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillI will finish on the motivation in a minute or two. On stop and search, in my constituency, we have come to terms with the orders that designate certain wards enabling access on…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillLet me finish this point, so that I can explain. In my constituency, we have gone through the democratic process—often not to the extent or with the result that I wanted. For…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillIt is important that we always have regard to the scope and scale of the legislation that we introduce. I am really fearful about the scope and scale of the Bill, based on my…23 May 2022HANSARD Public Order BillMy right hon. Friend will correct me if I am wrong, but if I have got it right, this Bill will criminalise those who are protesting against major transport infrastructure…23 May 2022HANSARD Food Price InflationIn crises on this scale, Governments of all complexions, Conservative and Labour, have looked at ensuring people have the resources coming in so that they can afford basic foods.…19 May 2022