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HANSARDTunisia: Human RightsI thank the Minister for that answer, but President Kais is seeking to impose one-man rule in Tunisia, including with a sham Parliament and the arrest of critics. He now appears…14 Mar 2023HANSARDSingle-Parent FamiliesIn 2019-20, 34% of children in single-parent households were in relative poverty, compared with 20% of children in a household with a couple. That is an unacceptable gap. At a…14 Mar 2023HANSARDSingle-Parent FamiliesSingle parents want to be a good role model for their children but, in reality, they often experience long periods of unemployment, are unable to work all the hours they want, are…14 Mar 2023HANSARDTunisia: Human Rights10. What recent assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of the human rights situation in Tunisia.14 Mar 2023HANSARDIntegrated Review RefreshSome analysts believe that a war over Taiwan’s sovereignty could occur in the second half of this decade. Although the Prime Minister has voiced his wish over the past 24 hours to…13 Mar 2023HANSARDGambling-related HarmsI know this is an important area for the Minister, too. Figures published by Public Health England estimate that the total cost of gambling harm to public health ranges from…09 Mar 2023HANSARDInternational Women’s DayThe right hon. Lady is generous in giving way. I was at a Balfour Aviation event last week, where it was pointed out that women remain significantly under-represented in more…09 Mar 2023HANSARDInternational Women’s DayIt has been difficult to watch as women’s rights have been stripped away in Afghanistan since the withdrawal of troops. Now, Afghan women who were divorced and able to escape…09 Mar 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseMy constituent’s young Afghan wife is finally being granted a visa, but the Home Office is insisting that, to hand in her passport, she travel to a third country for which it will…09 Mar 2023HANSARD Brain Tumour Research FundingA constituent got in touch with me yesterday to tell the devastating story of her young niece, who struggled to obtain a diagnosis despite several GP trips and horrendous symptoms…09 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. What plans does the Secretary of State have to undertake a rigorous research project on the positive societal benefits of community boxing clubs, such as those across my…09 Mar 2023HANSARDGambling-related Harms8. What recent discussions she has had with gambling industry representatives on tackling gambling-related harms.09 Mar 2023HANSARDWorkers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) BillIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Robert. I was interested in serving on this Committee because the Bill sits in employment law, which is a reserved policy…08 Mar 2023HANSARDDecarbonising Rural TransportThe focus on active travel is sensible, because it has both an environmental and health benefit. However, there are many reasons that is not a suitable focus for rural communities…07 Mar 2023HANSARDDecarbonising Rural TransportI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing the debate. Limited public transport options in rural communities mean that, as the hon. Lady says, many residents depend on their car for…07 Mar 2023HANSARDDecarbonising Rural TransportTransitioning the country from petrol to electric vehicles requires extensive work that needs to be done by 2030. The Government have already acknowledged that poor grid…07 Mar 2023HANSARD Civil Service PayI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing the debate. Some 49.7%, or nearly half, of civil servants earn less than £30,000. Many are struggling with the impact of rising inflation…07 Mar 2023HANSARDPrescription Charges: People Aged 60 or OverUprating the age when prescriptions become free in England to be in line with the state pension age, as the Government consulted on, would be harmful given the cost of living…06 Mar 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT4. A constituent recently contacted me about the lack of reasonable adjustments in place at the local jobcentre for those with mental health or cognitive difficulties. How do…06 Mar 2023HANSARDPrescription Charges: People Aged 60 or OverPrescription charges have been described by pharmacies as attacks on the sick. As we have heard, pharmacies have reported a significant increase in the number of patients not…06 Mar 2023