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HANSARDTopical QuestionsHello from Lancashire, Mr Speaker. In South Ribble, there is quite a lot of interest in the Government’s recently announced £3 billion national bus strategy. Speaking to…29 Apr 2021HANSARDTrespassWhat an interesting debate. We have heard from passionate enjoyers of the countryside, including from the city of Sheffield—I particularly enjoyed the description of Manchester…19 Apr 2021HANSARDTrespassI beg to move, That this House has considered e-petition 300139, relating to trespass. It is an honour to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Bone. I have demonstrated that not all…19 Apr 2021HANSARDIntegrated ReviewI thank the PM for an important statement about the future security of our proud nation. Addressing both the challenges and opportunities the UK faces in a more competitive world…16 Mar 2021HANSARD National Bus Strategy: EnglandI am hugely excited about the opportunities that today’s announcement bring. However, when I have previously shared initiatives from the Department for Transport, the comments…15 Mar 2021HANSARDBudget Resolutions and Economic SituationLast year, I asked the Prime Minister, on behalf of the good people of South Ribble, to throw the kitchen sink at supporting the British people through this awful pandemic. Today,…03 Mar 2021HANSARD Trade BillLet me cut right to the chase: free trade is too important to end up with consequences being felt elsewhere. The Lords amendments are noble. I agree: China risks perpetrating…09 Feb 2021HANSARD Towns FundWell done to my hon. Friend the Member for Peterborough (Paul Bristow) for securing this debate, and well done to him for his response to the initial intervention. We have heard…04 Feb 2021HANSARDExiting the European Union (Excise)It is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Paisley and Renfrewshire North (Gavin Newlands), who speaks with such passion about regional airports and their importance. As…03 Feb 2021HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateThe variant of covid that was first identified from South African samples has been found within the PR9 postcode. That postcode covers the town of Banks, which is within South…02 Feb 2021HANSARDUnsafe Cladding: Protecting Tenants and LeaseholdersHappy birthday, Madam Deputy Speaker. Turning to more serious matters, let us be in no doubt that the issue of building safety is a vital one. It emerges from a tragedy that…01 Feb 2021HANSARD UN International Day of Education[Inaudible.]28 Jan 2021HANSARD UN International Day of EducationEducation is the route to changing the world and people’s lives for the better. That is a stark statement, but it is true. On this International Day of Education, I reflect on my…28 Jan 2021HANSARDKickstart SchemeAs you well know, Mr Speaker, South Ribble has many brilliant small businesses that are keen to provide a kickstart opportunity for a young person. For example, Mark Wright…25 Jan 2021HANSARDKickstart SchemeWhat steps her Department is taking to enable more small businesses to participate in the kickstart scheme.25 Jan 2021HANSARD National Security and Investment BillI join the hon. Member for Newcastle upon Tyne Central (Chi Onwurah) in paying tribute to all the members of the Bill Committee. The room may have been cold but, to be fair, the…20 Jan 2021HANSARD Trade BillLet me speak to the Lords amendment tabled in the name of Lord Alton. I join colleagues in utterly condemning the human rights abuses in Xinjiang with the Uyghurs. They are awful;…19 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateLancashire’s community testing is really starting to ramp up and rapidly increase, and I thank the Secretary of State for that. Prioritising tier 3 areas, such as parts of…14 Dec 2020HANSARD Taxation (Post-transition Period) BillI am going to break with tradition in this debate and actually talk about the Bill. A Bill that is described, in large sections, as primarily technical, administrative and…09 Dec 2020HANSARD Taxation (Post-transition Period) BillWill the hon. Lady give way?09 Dec 2020