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HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Lady raises an important point. As was set out in that statement, our White Paper contains major reforms to deliver on the devolution agenda and put power back into…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sure that the whole House will take a moment, 95 years on, to remember all those who were killed in the Glen cinema tragedy, as my hon. Friend reminds us on behalf of her…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI also express our deepest condolences to Jordan’s family and friends. I know that consular officials are in touch and supporting his family. While I would not want to encourage…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAbsolutely. I am really sorry to hear of the death of my hon. Friend’s cousin John from mental health issues. He is absolutely right to raise this, especially at this time of year…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Member raises a really important issue about ensuring that all those looking after our children are operating to the highest standards, and doing so safely and with…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises a very concerning case, and it is not an isolated one. That is why this Government are taking real steps against stalking, with our stalking prevention…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAs the Member of Parliament with the highest number of pubs in their constituency, I strongly echo the hon. Member’s support for the hospitality sector and the vital role it plays…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI hear that more than one Member— I know there have been others this week—is interested in the future of the community ownership fund. As I said to the hon. Member for North…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThis is not something I am aware of; I have not come across a park home in my constituency, but the hon. Member raises an important point. It would make an extremely good…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman will be aware that the green belt is, and remains, protected. The Government plan to unlock what we describe as “grey belt” —not particularly good-quality green…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI know that this matter is of great importance to the Sikh community across the UK, so my hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise it today and to continue to do so on behalf of…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI join my hon. Friend in congratulating South East Harlow Sports and Youth Association for the great work it does. He is right to raise the vital role of grassroots sport…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMay I, too, wish you, Madam Deputy Speaker, and the whole House a very happy new year? I send all our sympathies to the residents of Los Angeles who are being hit by wildfires—the…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe business for the week commencing 13 January includes: Monday 13 January—General debate on hospice and palliative care, followed by a general debate on the impact of food and…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThat avenue in my hon. Friend’s constituency is becoming famous in Parliament. He is right that fixing potholes is a priority for this Government. That is why we have announced…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am really sorry to hear that Jacob has yet again been affected by flooding. As my hon. Friend will be aware, flooding incidents are becoming more extreme and occurring more…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising those issues. He will be aware that we have the most ambitious plans in a generation to improve animal welfare, and I have absolutely heard his…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for that question. I think it is his first business question, and I welcome him. This Government will back only those new waste incinerator projects that…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sorry to hear of the situation in my hon. Friend’s constituency. He will know that we inherited an asylum system that broke under exceptional strain. We are committed to…09 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWhat a beautiful tribute to Criss and all the work he did. I am sure that Criss’s family and friends will have listened to my hon. Friend’s words with great comfort. Councillors…09 Jan 2025