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HANSARDAccess to GP Services and NHS DentistryOne of the major problems we face in Wales and across the UK is the need to replace retiring GPs and dentists. There has been a welcome increase in the number of international…21 Jun 2022HANSARDAccess to GP Services and NHS DentistryI regret to inform the hon. Gentleman that the situation in Wales is not much better, but I do not want to make a party political point. Will he commend the potential role that…21 Jun 2022HANSARD High Speed Rail (Crewe - Manchester) BillFurther to the point raised by my right hon. Friend the Member for Dwyfor Meirionnydd (Liz Saville Roberts), is it not the case under the current constitutional arrangements that…20 Jun 2022HANSARD High Speed Rail (Crewe - Manchester) BillWill the Minister give way?20 Jun 2022HANSARD UkraineBefore the Minister moves on to the subject of NATO commitments, may I raise the subject of direct support for Ukraine? As he knows, it has historical debt problems, and the…25 May 2022HANSARD UkraineFollowing on from what the hon. Member for Caerphilly (Wayne David) said, I, too, believe that it will be a long-term conflict. Does the shadow Minister agree that, on top of the…25 May 2022HANSARD UkraineThe right hon. Gentleman speaks with great authority and knowledge. Given the emergence of the axis between China and Russia, how concerned is he about reports of a joint military…25 May 2022HANSARDJim Fitton: Detention in IraqThe Minister mentioned in an earlier answer that there was a direct line for the family to contact officials. Will he confirm that that is an open line for the family to contact…11 May 2022HANSARDHM Passport Office BacklogsI raise the case of my constituent Elliot Joshua Rees of Pontyates near Llanelli, who made his initial application on 8 February, more than 10 weeks ago. The application seemingly…27 Apr 2022HANSARDUkraine UpdateUkraine is facing a financial crisis, with the Financial Times reporting that revenues are at around half of pre-war levels, and the fiscal gap for this month alone is projected…25 Apr 2022HANSARDWorking Tax Credit and Universal Credit: Two-Child LimitI congratulate the hon. Lady on making a very powerful case during her speech. However, ultimately, has she come to the position that I have, in my political life, that a just and…21 Apr 2022HANSARD Building Safety BillWe are discussing measures that the Government are introducing for England only. I know the Minister cannot answer for the Welsh Government, but what discussions has his…20 Apr 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT8. People already struggling to make ends meet will be hit by an increase in the unit price of electricity next month, and for many in Wales their daily standing charge will also…29 Mar 2022HANSARD UkraineThe UN’s World Food Programme is warning that the war is creating a shockwave through the international food markets, further inflating prices and disrupting supply, which will…28 Mar 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe amount of meat imported to the UK as a result of the trade deals with New Zealand and Australia will vary considerably, depending on whether it is in carcass form or deboned.…10 Mar 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.10 Mar 2022HANSARDRussian Oil Import BanThe Secretary of State mentioned in his statement the need to protect the Ukrainian people from further misery. As he knows, Ukraine is a country with historical debt problems,…09 Mar 2022HANSARDNational Insurance Contributions IncreaseI fully support what the hon. Lady is saying. Does she agree that some of the measures we have seen for dealing with the cost of living crisis—for instance, the energy…08 Mar 2022HANSARD Paid Miscarriage LeaveI echo the earlier comments about the hon. Lady’s excellent campaigning on this issue. There has been much talk of creating a kinder society as we come out of the pandemic. When…08 Mar 2022HANSARD Shared Prosperity Fund: Devolved AdministrationsI am grateful to the hon. Lady for giving way and I congratulate her on securing the debate on a very important issue—perhaps the most important issue for the economic development…01 Mar 2022