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HANSARDResidential Buildings: RemediationThe hon. Lady is absolutely right. Not only have insurance premiums been too high, but some of the middle people involved have been gouging at the expense of leaseholders. We have…20 Feb 2023HANSARDResidential Buildings: RemediationI am grateful to the hon. Gentleman for raising the plight of his constituents, but the action we have already taken will ensure not only that the ultimate owners of those…20 Feb 2023HANSARDResidential Buildings: RemediationIt is wonderful to see such a strong contingent from Lancashire in the Gallery. Skelmersdale and Ormskirk will be proud of their new MP, I am sure. Developers are lining up to…20 Feb 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsI think we may be arguing from slightly different premises, because it depends how one defines the replacement for EU structural funds. I am more than happy to take the hon.…20 Feb 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsI was honoured 10 days ago to have the chance to meet the family of Awaab Ishak, the child who died so tragically in horrendous circumstances in Rochdale. I was able to thank them…20 Feb 2023HANSARDLevelling Up, Housing and CommunitiesWithin that context, in this year’s local government report we have been able to increase core spending power overall by £5.1 billion, secure an additional £1.7 billion of…09 Feb 2023HANSARDLevelling Up, Housing and CommunitiesWithin that context, in this year’s local government report we have been able to increase core spending power overall by £5.1 billion, secure an additional £1.7 billion of…09 Feb 2023HANSARD Local Government FinanceHowever persuasive I think the right hon. Gentleman is, he clearly thinks I am even more persuasive. In this mutual admiration auction, all I can say is this is a deal that was…08 Feb 2023HANSARD Local Government FinanceThe right hon. Member for North Durham (Mr Jones)—that’s fantastic. A knighthood should be coming as well. I am a great admirer of the right hon. Member, and he was a doughty…08 Feb 2023HANSARD Local Government FinanceMy right hon. Friend makes an important point. I will be returning to that question, with the Transport Secretary, as we look at potential devolution for Lincolnshire, in order to…08 Feb 2023HANSARD Local Government FinanceThis has been a passionate, at times, but also thoughtful debate, and I thank every Member who spoke not only for the degree of ardour they displayed on behalf of their…08 Feb 2023HANSARD Local Government FinanceTaking back control.08 Feb 2023HANSARDLocal Government Finance Settlement 2023-24Introduction Local government plays a vital role in supporting, improving and helping communities up and down the land. Councils do amazing work, every day and often away from the…06 Feb 2023HANSARD Building SafetyThe aim is to do this in the Queen’s Speech.30 Jan 2023HANSARDBuilding SafetyIt is a basic requirement of a modern society that people should feel safe in their own homes. For too many people this has not been the case. It is not the responsibility of…30 Jan 2023HANSARD Building SafetyWe will do everything we can, and I hope Crest Nicholson will hear clearly exactly the eloquent plea the hon. Lady makes.30 Jan 2023HANSARD Building SafetyWe absolutely will—it is with their concerns in mind that I made the statement today. I am grateful to the hon. Gentleman for his kind words about the Department’s engagement. May…30 Jan 2023HANSARD Building SafetyOn PEEPs, I am reliant on the good offices of my friends in the Home Office. They are working hard and I hope to update the House shortly. On leasehold, the plan is for a Bill to…30 Jan 2023HANSARD Building SafetyThe hon. Gentleman is absolutely right to stress that it is not just cladding and buildings over 18 metres; there are other fire safety issues. It will be the responsibility of…30 Jan 2023HANSARD Building SafetyThat will depend on how quickly this House can agree the passage of the Bill. Given the generous words from the Opposition Front Bench, if we introduce it in the Queen’s Speech,…30 Jan 2023