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HANSARD Welfare ReformI recently held a child poverty roundtable in my constituency, and one of the issues raised repeatedly was that many people who want to work find themselves worse off when they…18 Mar 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhat engagement has the Minister had with the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities council leaders on local power plans? Does he agree that a partnership approach by…04 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseKinneil Estate, which is home to a UNESCO world heritage landmark and where James Watt tested his steam engine prototype, attracts thousands of visitors to Bo’ness. Kinneil…30 Jan 2025HANSARD Women’s Health StrategyI also thank my hon. Friend the Member for Luton North (Sarah Owen) for her work in raising the serious health inequalities that women across the UK face every single day. Does…30 Jan 2025HANSARDPromoting Scotland InternationallyTech companies such as Calnex in my constituency export around the world, including to the US and south-east Asia. On his recent visit to south-east Asia in November, what…22 Jan 2025HANSARDPromoting Scotland Internationally3. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help promote Scotland internationally.22 Jan 2025HANSARDObesity: Food and DietI congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Stroud (Dr Opher) on securing what has been a powerful and impactful debate. It has reflected the personal experiences and…20 Jan 2025HANSARD Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) BillDoes my hon. Friend agree that education in schools is absolutely central to making sure that Chambers across the country start to look like the communities they represent and to…17 Jan 2025HANSARDNew Homes (Solar Generation) BillThis point has been made a few times, but it is almost as if there is a tension between protecting our natural environment and making progress on renewable energy sources. It is…17 Jan 2025HANSARD Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) BillI congratulate and thank my hon. Friend the Member for Edinburgh North and Leith (Tracy Gilbert) for bringing forward the Bill, and for working constructively with…17 Jan 2025HANSARD Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) BillDoes my hon. Friend agree that it is vital that people have a number of ways to access the democratic process, and that no one should be locked out of exercising their democratic…17 Jan 2025HANSARDListed Places of Worship Grant SchemeThe construction of St Michael’s church in Linlithgow began in 1424, and it is a significant centre of worship in the newly formed parish of Linlithgow and Avon Valley. As a…16 Jan 2025HANSARDListed Places of Worship Grant Scheme4. What assessment the Commissioners have made of the effectiveness of the listed places of worship grant scheme.16 Jan 2025HANSARDBusiness of the HouseIn March last year, Members discussed the need for improved personal protective equipment for women, an issue brought forward during the pandemic. Arco Professional Safety…16 Jan 2025HANSARD Endometriosis: Women in the WorkplaceI thank my hon. Friend for securing this critical debate. With an average of eight-plus years for a diagnosis, does she agree that employers must build a more supportive and…15 Jan 2025HANSARD Endometriosis: Women in the WorkplaceWill my hon. Friend give way?15 Jan 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ7. Dental deserts mean that routine dental check-ups and treatment are often unavailable in local communities. In my constituency, we have had a dedicated space for a dental…15 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Museum of Scottish Railways in my constituency, at the site of the Bo’ness and Kinneil railway and operated by the Scottish Railway Preservation Society, is Scotland’s largest…09 Jan 2025HANSARDImpact of Conflict on Women and GirlsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Jeremy. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Norwich North (Alice Macdonald) on securing this critical and timely…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Scotland: Transport LinksIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mrs Lewell-Buck. I thank the hon. Member for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk (John Lamont) for securing this important debate,…08 Jan 2025