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HANSARDTopical QuestionsI would like to thank the PCS union and the staff at Defence Business Services for their work on negotiating important wins for disabled and non-mobile staff, who have been…15 May 2023HANSARD Recovering Access to Primary CareI wish to thank all the primary care workers in my constituency. Despite the Minister’s assurances, 600 pharmacies have closed since 2015, which is having a significant impact on…09 May 2023HANSARDCoronation: Policing of ProtestsDoes the Minister agree that the Metropolitan police’s expression of regret regarding the arrest of six anti-monarchy protesters this weekend is an admission of guilt, and does he…09 May 2023HANSARD Yemen: Humanitarian Situation and Children’s RightsLiverpool, Riverside has a long-established Yemeni community, and Habibti has been funding a children’s hospital in Sanaa for many years. Given that Britain has earned eight times…09 May 2023HANSARDSudanI join colleagues from across the House in condemning the atrocities taking place in Sudan. Given that more than 100 civilians have already lost their lives, including three aid…17 Apr 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseWe are in the run-up to the mayoral elections, in which there will be a requirement for a valid form of voter identification. Constituents in my Liverpool, Riverside, constituency…23 Mar 2023HANSARD Food Price InflationI have forgotten my question!23 Mar 2023HANSARD Israel and the Occupied Palestinian TerritoriesThe Minister has mentioned repeatedly the need for a de-escalation of violence. However, since the election of the most right-wing Government in Israel’s history, human rights…23 Mar 2023HANSARD Food Price InflationThank you, Mr Speaker, for giving me a second opportunity. The Minister mentioned the number of children accessing free school meals. We have nearly 4 million children living in…23 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsCan the Minister explain how the UK can maintain a close and historic friendship with Israel during the current difficulties? Can he let us know what the Prime Minister will do,…23 Mar 2023HANSARDTransphobic Bullying3. What steps she is taking to tackle transphobic bullying in schools.27 Feb 2023HANSARDTransphobic BullyingI thank the Secretary of State for her response. According to research from Stonewall, students identifying as transgender are more likely to report having a bad experience at…27 Feb 2023HANSARD Voter IdentificationMy Liverpool, Riverside constituency has some of the most disadvantaged wards in the country and many of my constituents, particularly young people and black people, will not have…21 Feb 2023HANSARDSecurity Threat to UK-Based JournalistsI send my solidarity and support to all BBC Persian journalists, who continue to speak truth to power in the face of adversity. The UK must act to ensure the safety of…20 Feb 2023HANSARDKnowsley IncidentLiverpool has a very proud history of chasing fascists off our streets or locking them into left luggage cupboards at Lime Street station. Does the Minister agree that the…20 Feb 2023HANSARDTurkey and Syria EarthquakeI send my thoughts and condolences to all those who have suffered and lost loved ones in the tragedy in Syria and Turkey. This horrific disaster does not discriminate in its…07 Feb 2023HANSARDPoints of OrderOn a point of order, Mr Deputy Speaker. I apologise unreservedly for the intemperate language I used during Prime Minister’s questions. I was wrong to use the term “fascist” in…01 Feb 2023HANSARDEngagementsSince the election of the fascist Israeli Government in December last year, there has been an increase in human rights violations against Palestinian civilians, including…01 Feb 2023HANSARDHillsborough Families Report: National Police ResponseI send my support and respect to all the families and friends who have fought for justice for the victims of Hillsborough. The Government have said that they will respond in due…01 Feb 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. According to a recent Care Quality Commission report, black people experiencing mental health crisis are 11 times more likely to be sectioned and to receive restrictive and…24 Jan 2023