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HANSARDAnimal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill9. What recent discussions she has had with the Leader of the House on the parliamentary timetable for the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill.25 May 2023HANSARDAnimal Welfare (Kept Animals) BillI note the Secretary of State’s answer, but the Bill contains urgently needed animal welfare provisions on puppy smuggling and zoo regulation, so does she agree that a date to…25 May 2023HANSARD NHS Dentists: South-West EnglandYes. I look forward to the Minister’s response, and have two specific questions for him, in addition to those already raised. First, what progress is being made with renegotiating…24 May 2023HANSARD NHS Dentists: South-West EnglandIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Ms Elliot. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for West Dorset (Chris Loder) on securing this debate on a vital issue for…24 May 2023HANSARDStudent VisasIt is obviously right, when we see emerging trends in the immigration system that cause concern, that action is taken. When discussing net migration, we need to be clear about the…24 May 2023HANSARDEngagementsQ8. The Prime Minister will recall the commitment he gave back in January to the building a brighter future plan for major investment at Torbay Hospital. Does that commitment…24 May 2023HANSARDShort-term Holiday Lets: PlanningFirst, I would gently point out that the debate is focusing on the planning system and giving local councils the ability to prevent overconcentration in particular areas, as well…23 May 2023HANSARDShort-term Holiday Lets: PlanningI beg to move, That this House has considered short-term holiday lets and the planning system. Let me start by thanking my colleagues on the Backbench Business Committee for…23 May 2023HANSARDShort-term Holiday Lets: PlanningMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to highlight that. A range of factors go into the pressures that push some landlords from long-term residential lets to short-term holiday lets.…23 May 2023HANSARDShort-term Holiday Lets: PlanningIt has been a very worthwhile and enjoyable debate, with colleagues from across Devon and Cornwall making points. Cornish colleagues may not know the right way to do a scone, but…23 May 2023HANSARDShort-term Holiday Lets: PlanningI am going to make progress because I want to give other Members the chance to speak. Let me put a scale on the activity: analysis by financial services company Moore Stephens…23 May 2023HANSARDPublic Bodies and VATIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Betts. I congratulate my right hon. Friend the Member for Camborne and Redruth (George Eustice) on securing this very…17 May 2023HANSARDScotland-England Transport Connectivity5. What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on improving transport connectivity between Scotland and England.17 May 2023HANSARDScotland-England Transport ConnectivityDirect train services between Scotland and south-west England not only provide a useful connection for leisure travellers, but they boost our wider economies. What discussions has…17 May 2023HANSARDVictims and Prisoners BillIt is a pleasure to speak in the debate, and to follow the hon. Member for Birmingham, Yardley (Jess Phillips), with the experiences and perspectives that she always brings to…15 May 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT6. Regenerating our town centres was a key part of the local election campaign in Torbay. Would my right hon. Friend meet me, my hon. Friend the Member for Totnes (Anthony…09 May 2023HANSARDNHS Dental ServicesLike other colleagues, I have been approached by constituents who are struggling to find an NHS dentist because their previous dentist has either retired or converted to private…25 Apr 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. As the Minister will know, the Disability Confident scheme is a great way for employers to support people into work. What is the Minister doing to ensure that local councils…24 Apr 2023HANSARDPensioners: Cost of LivingI thank the Minister for her answer. One of the best ways to help pensioners with the cost of living is to ensure that everyone claims the pension credit to which they are…24 Apr 2023HANSARDPensioners: Cost of Living12. What steps his Department is taking to help pensioners with increases in the cost of living.24 Apr 2023