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HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sorry to say that I have not been able to feel the same enthusiasm as the Prime Minister in recent days, and we are at odds over a big issue—Arsenal’s premier league victory.…21 May 2026HANSARD Costs for MotoristsI welcome the efforts to support drivers at the petrol pumps, but this situation has not led to an increase in demand for electric vehicles. As the Chair of the Select Committee,…21 May 2026HANSARDBacking Business to Create Economic GrowthIn the face of the local election results last week, it is undeniable that what we have done so far is not enough. The long tail of austerity means that we have so much more to…18 May 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of Privilegesrose—28 Apr 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesI will ask the questions of the Leader of the Opposition, as that is how interventions work. Can I also suggest that, if she wants Government Back Benchers to support her motion,…28 Apr 2026HANSARDPublic Office (Accountability) Bill (Carry-over)I start by thanking the Minister for her hard work and dedication in trying to get this Bill right. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that the voices of the campaigners have…27 Apr 2026HANSARDPublic Procurement10. What steps he is taking to reform public procurement.23 Apr 2026HANSARDPublic ProcurementLast week, I had the pleasure of visiting the Royal Mail depot in Ellesmere Port, where I went in one of its newly purchased vans from the Stellantis factory just down the road—a…23 Apr 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseWhen the Central England Co-operative announced that it was purchasing the Marquis pub in Great Sutton and the Saffron restaurant in Ellesmere Port, we were delighted that those…23 Apr 2026HANSARDSecurity VettingWe all find it staggering that someone can fail their security vetting and still be appointed to such a sensitive and critical role. It is even more staggering that the Prime…20 Apr 2026HANSARD British Industrial Competitiveness SchemeWe will not prosper as a nation without a lot of support for the manufacturing sector—vital for our security and our resilience—so I welcome today’s statement. I notice with some…16 Apr 2026HANSARD Single Status of WorkerI beg to move, That this House has considered the potential merits of creating a single status of worker. Good afternoon, Mr Efford; it is a pleasure to see you in the Chair. I am…15 Apr 2026HANSARD Single Status of WorkerMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to draw attention to the arguments put forward by not only those who represent workers, but those who represent businesses about the need for a…15 Apr 2026HANSARD Single Status of WorkerI refer hon. Members to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests—it was my oversight to not mention that earlier. Technically, the problem for a lot of the people…15 Apr 2026HANSARDMiddle EastLast week, President Trump was making the most outrageous and dire threats in order to try to reopen the strait of Hormuz; this week, he wants to keep it shut. Can the Prime…13 Apr 2026HANSARDDraft Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026It is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Sir Edward, and to see my hon. Friend the Minister in her place. I want to understand a bit more about the operation of the prohibitions…13 Apr 2026HANSARDDraft Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026The right hon. Gentleman will appreciate that the Housing Minister would have to recuse himself of any involvement in a matter involving his own constituency.13 Apr 2026HANSARDMiddle East: Economic UpdateThe consumer-focused, pragmatic approach being taken by this Government is in such contrast with the rhetoric of some on the Opposition Benches, who would only see military action…24 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseEllesmere Port is benefiting from investment in its new market and £20 million from the Pride in Place fund, but the shopping centre is basically being left to rot by its owners,…12 Mar 2026HANSARDLord Mandelson: Response to Humble Address MotionIf one of my constituents told me they had lost their job or been sacked because they had lied during the application process and they wanted compensation, I would tell them they…11 Mar 2026