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HANSARDShark Fins BillI thank my hon. Friend for her intervention. Again, my knowledge of sharks is not the greatest. The only great white shark I have ever seen was in the film “Jaws”, and that was…15 Jul 2022HANSARDShark Fins BillI congratulate the hon. Member for Neath (Christina Rees) on introducing the Bill. I have to say I do not profess to know an awful lot about sharks, but I was interested to hear…15 Jul 2022HANSARDSEND Review: Further EducationThe announcement in the levelling up White Paper that Kirklees has been allocated £100 million of extra funds as an education investment area is welcome news for Dewsbury. Will…23 May 2022HANSARDLocal TransportReductions in rural bus services in the Dewsbury constituency continue to be a major problem, particularly in villages without nearby rail access such as Grange Moor, Flockton and…19 May 2022HANSARDLocal Transport3. What steps he is taking to improve local transport services.19 May 2022HANSARDDraft Industrial Training Levy (Construction Industry Training Board) Order 2022I appreciate the Minister’s comment about levelling up. One of the initiatives in the Dewsbury town board funding is a construction and skills centre. Does he agree that that…26 Apr 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. It is vital that we protect our veterans from vexatious legal claims, something that we have already put in place for those who have served overseas. Will the Minister agree…28 Mar 2022HANSARDEngagements2. Following last week’s Q&A at the Shepley Village Association, and after receiving a huge number of complaints from constituents, it is clear to me that speeding is a major…23 Feb 2022HANSARDGlue Traps (Offences) BillWe are talking about glue traps being a danger to animals. Can my hon. Friend think of circumstances where they could be a danger to babies and small children?04 Feb 2022HANSARDEngagementsQ13. My right hon. Friend the Prime Minister, the Government and our NHS have done an amazing job with the vaccine roll-out, making it a resounding success. Will he join me in…02 Feb 2022HANSARDBarriers to Global TradeSince being appointed the trade envoy to Pakistan, I have encountered a number of issues that hinder potential trade opportunities such as exporting meat and poultry to help our…20 Jan 2022HANSARDBarriers to Global Trade15. What steps her Department has taken to reduce barriers to global trade for British businesses.20 Jan 2022HANSARDBusiness of the HouseSince being elected, I have met a large number of parents and community organisations, including the West Yorkshire ADHD Support Group, asking for my help to improve special…06 Jan 2022HANSARDUK Film and Television IndustryI appreciate the support given to our TV industry. However, a big question remains on the viability of the BBC licence fee in today’s modern society. With hundreds of commercial…06 Jan 2022HANSARDUK Film and Television Industry15. What steps her Department is taking to help support the UK film and television industry.06 Jan 2022HANSARDFood and Drink Exporters9. What steps he is taking to support food and drink exporters.09 Dec 2021HANSARDFood and Drink ExportersNew Zealand currently exports £4.8 billion-worth of meat per annum, including £1.8 billion-worth to the Muslim world via a national scheme. Will the Minister agree to meet me and…09 Dec 2021HANSARDRail Investment and Integrated Rail PlanI thank the Secretary of State for mentioning Dewsbury several times in his opening remarks. Under the old proposals for Northern Powerhouse Rail, Dewsbury would not have got a…08 Dec 2021HANSARD Rail Investment and Integrated Rail PlanMy hon. Friend mentions the importance of economic growth. Does he agree this is important for local businesses, small and medium-sized enterprises and, as my hon. Friend the…08 Dec 2021HANSARDCommercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill (First sitting)Q Melanie, you mentioned in your introduction that you represent commercial agents, who as you know offer property management services and rent collections. Have you had any…07 Dec 2021