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HANSARD Adoption BreakdownI thank the hon. Gentleman for securing the debate. As he knows, I am an adoptive parent and a foster carer. In the run-up to this debate, I had the opportunity to speak to the…03 Apr 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseNewlife, a charity based in my constituency, provides specialist equipment for disabled children. In 2023 alone it helped 1,524 children nationwide. It has told me about the…03 Apr 2025HANSARD School-based Nursery Capital GrantsThe announcement of a new school-based nursery at the Heath Hayes primary academy in my Cannock Chase constituency is very welcome, and shows that this Labour Government are…02 Apr 2025HANSARD Adoption and Special Guardianship Support FundI, too, thank the hon. Member for Twickenham (Munira Wilson) for raising this matter. I declare that I am an adoptive parent and a foster carer. My family is currently accessing…01 Apr 2025HANSARDEU Defence and Security AgreementMy constituents have steadfastly supported the people of Ukraine since Russia’s illegal invasion. Can the Secretary of State confirm that collective support for Ukraine will be a…24 Mar 2025HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsI thank my hon. Friend for her generosity in giving way and for giving us the opportunity to discuss this important issue. She is clearly setting out the value of the defence…19 Mar 2025HANSARDFarmingIt is an honour to speak in this debate as a member of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee. I thank our Chair, the right hon. Member for Orkney and Shetland (Mr…13 Mar 2025HANSARDTrade Union Recognition9. What steps his Department is taking to support trade union recognition in the workplace.13 Mar 2025HANSARDTrade Union RecognitionIn January, Bidfood, a food wholesaler and major employer in my constituency, announced overnight that it would derecognise the GMB and Unite the union, removing the ability of…13 Mar 2025HANSARDLegal and Illegal Migration: SuspensionIt is a pleasure to speak under your chairmanship, Dr Huq, especially given that this is my first speech in Westminster Hall. I thank my constituency neighbour, my hon. Friend the…10 Mar 2025HANSARDLegal and Illegal Migration: SuspensionAbsolutely—I agree with the right hon. Gentleman on that point. Those of us who have had high levels of house building see that, and I am sure that is reflected in areas with high…10 Mar 2025HANSARD Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating ServicesIt is a privilege to have secured a debate on a chronic but often misunderstood condition that affects many people across our country: the correlation between type 1 diabetes and…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating ServicesI agree with my hon. Friend. We need far better awareness of this condition, and better support for people affected and their families—I will come on to that a little later in my…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating ServicesIt is a pleasure to take my first intervention from the hon. Gentleman. I pay tribute to him for his campaigning on this issue and the personal experience that he brings to the…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating ServicesI completely agree with my hon. Friend’s comments on the need for technological advancement. I will come on to support for the family a little later in my comments, but it is…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating ServicesI completely agree with the hon. Lady, and I thank her for the lived experience that she brings to this House, and for how candid she has been in sharing her experiences. I could…05 Mar 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.04 Mar 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs the father of five-year-old, I know at first hand how important indoor play facilities are. Providers in Cannock Chase, such as the Beach Hut in Norton Canes and the Kids Rule…04 Mar 2025HANSARDSmall Theatres and Performing Arts Venues9. What steps her Department is taking to support small theatres and performing arts venues.27 Feb 2025HANSARDSmall Theatres and Performing Arts VenuesI thank the Minister for that response. In my constituency, formerly represented by the great Jennie Lee, the council-owned theatre and museum are due to close in just two months’…27 Feb 2025