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HANSARDClean Power: JobsWill the Secretary of State join me in congratulating TK Murray Ltd—no relation, honest—an energy-saving contractor based in Kilsyth, on having already cross-trained more than…15 Jul 2025HANSARDClean Power: Jobs10. What estimate he has made of the number of additional jobs that have been created in clean power industries since July 2024.15 Jul 2025HANSARD Future of the Post OfficeThis is an issue that has been highlighted by others in the Chamber, and my constituency is no different: it has been subject to a significant number of bank closures and ATM…14 Jul 2025HANSARDHouse of CommonsI beg to move, That the House sit in private. Question put forthwith (Standing Order No. 163).11 Jul 2025HANSARDUnauthorised Entry to Football Matches BillI am pleased to support this Bill. A lot of the things I wanted to say have been highlighted by my hon. Friend the Member for Amber Valley (Linsey Farnsworth). It is clear that…11 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: Scottish Public ServicesI have previously praised in this Chamber the efforts of the fire and rescue service in responding to more than one major incident in Cumbernauld. Both my constituents and I are…09 Jul 2025HANSARDSpending Review 2025: Scottish Public Services10. What discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on the potential impact of the spending review 2025 on Scottish public services.09 Jul 2025HANSARDUniversal Credit: Support into Work9. What steps she is taking to support people on universal credit into work.23 Jun 2025HANSARDUniversal Credit: Support into WorkMy constituent Tracy is living in local authority temporary accommodation after fleeing domestic violence. She is currently trapped on universal credit because the cost of her…23 Jun 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT4. One of the main concerns I have about assisted dying is that it should never be easier to help someone die than it is to help them live. If passed, the Terminally Ill Adults…17 Jun 2025HANSARDTrade Agreements ProgrammeCumbernauld is fast becoming a centre for advanced manufacturing, with too many companies to name basing themselves there. Will the Minister set out how the UK’s trade agreements…12 Jun 2025HANSARDTrade Agreements Programme1. What assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the UK’s trade agreements programme.12 Jun 2025HANSARDRegional GrowthI welcome the recognition from the Chief Secretary to the Treasury that investment in public transport infrastructure and improved services opens opportunities to work. In…04 Jun 2025HANSARDEconomic GrowthNorthern Ireland has a long and proud history of advanced engineering industries. What discussions has my right hon. Friend had with the Ministry of Defence to ensure that…21 May 2025HANSARDEconomic Growth3. What assessment he has made of the adequacy of economic growth in Northern Ireland.21 May 2025HANSARDNHS and Care Volunteer Responders ServiceI thank the Minister for her answers so far. Prior to my election, I spent 23 years running a volunteer programme in the NHS, including during covid and the covid response. We…19 May 2025HANSARD Youth ServicesI thank my hon. Friend the Member for Croydon East (Natasha Irons) for securing this debate, in which we have very much been reminded of the importance of making choices,…15 May 2025HANSARDTrade NegotiationsAG Barr, which has iconic brands such as Irn-Bru and Rubicon, is based in my Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch constituency. What will the trade deal mean for soft drinks companies…06 May 2025HANSARD Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan: 80th AnniversaryIt is a real privilege to be able to contribute to this debate. It is right that we take the time to pause and reflect on the sacrifices that the great generation made. Not only…06 May 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseIn the past few weeks, Cumbernauld has had two significant fires: a wildfire at Fannyside loch, which took two days to get under control—the night sky glowing orange from the…01 May 2025