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HANSARD Offshore Petroleum Licensing BillMy hon. Friend is making an excellent start to his speech. Does he agree that it is outrageous that the Prime Minister has masqueraded this legislation as a way of reducing energy…20 Feb 2024HANSARDCaring Responsibilities and WorkThat right to flexible working would particularly benefit workers with caring responsibilities, most of whom are women, but unfortunately the UK Government’s response to the…07 Feb 2024HANSARDDraft Gender Recognition (Approved Countries and Territories and Saving Provision) Order 2023I am grateful to have the opportunity to contribute, Mrs Murray. I appreciate what you said about the scope of the instrument. I start by reflecting on what the Minister said.…06 Feb 2024HANSARDBusiness Investment: Fiscal MeasuresHair salons are a vital mainstay of our high streets, but many employers are worried about the sustainability of their businesses; a huge issue is their tax bills, with VAT a…06 Feb 2024HANSARDPost Office LtdI recently raised serious concerns with the Minister that the UK Government are not putting enough effort into making sure that post offices have a sustainable future—something…29 Jan 2024HANSARDHolocaust Memorial DayI am grateful to the Backbench Business Committee for granting the time for this debate. I was very happy to be a co-sponsor of it. I am very grateful to the right hon. Member for…25 Jan 2024HANSARDOil and Gas IndustryThe renewables sector provides the greatest job growth for Scotland’s energy sector, with the number of jobs in the renewables sector in Scotland growing by more than 50% in 2021.…24 Jan 2024HANSARDCost of LivingWe have just heard the Minister say that incomes in Northern Ireland are particularly squeezed. In November, the typical monthly pay in Northern Ireland saw a month-on-month fall…17 Jan 2024HANSARDCost of Living12. What recent discussions he has had with the Administration in Northern Ireland on the effect of increases in the cost of living on people in Northern Ireland.17 Jan 2024HANSARD Illegal VapesWill the Minister give way?16 Jan 2024HANSARD Illegal VapesWell, I have now.16 Jan 2024HANSARD Illegal VapesNo, I do not accept the hon. Gentleman’s proposition at all. That is absolutely wrong-headed. We can see in front of our eyes that these products are so attractive to young people…16 Jan 2024HANSARD Illegal VapesIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Mark. I am grateful to the hon. Member for Darlington (Peter Gibson) for securing the debate and for the powerful way he…16 Jan 2024HANSARD Illegal VapesI am going to make progress, but if I have time, I would be happy to let the hon. Gentleman come in later. Elf Bar is simply ignoring those regulations to get its products to…16 Jan 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsPerformers in the UK are having their images, voices or likenesses reproduced by others using AI technology, without their consent. The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988,…11 Jan 2024HANSARD Proposed British Jewish History MonthI congratulate the hon. Member for Cities of London and Westminster (Nickie Aiken) on securing the debate and on the strength of her opening speech. I love where I live. I feel…11 Jan 2024HANSARD Antisemitic OffencesIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Vaz. I am grateful to the hon. Member for West Bromwich East (Nicola Richards) for securing today’s debate. This is obviously an…09 Jan 2024HANSARD Antisemitic OffencesI am grateful to the hon. Gentleman for making that point. The more we can do to shine a light on the realities of people’s lives, the realities of communities and the issues…09 Jan 2024HANSARD Antisemitic OffencesI am ignoring that contribution from the hon. Gentleman! [ Laughter. ] Scotland’s Jewish community plays a very important part in our country and civic life, along with other…09 Jan 2024HANSARDHorizon: Compensation and ConvictionsMany constituents have contacted me looking for swift and straightforward action. I am interested in what the Minister has outlined, but it will be important to see further flesh…08 Jan 2024