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HANSARDSocial Media Ban for Under-16sI thank the Secretary of State and the Government for the decisive action they are taking in introducing a ban on social media for under-16s; I know that many teachers, parents…15 Jun 2026HANSARD Middle East: Economic ResponseI thank the Chancellor for her statement and welcome the measures she has announced, which will have a huge impact and support many of my constituents and businesses in Battersea.…21 May 2026HANSARDChildren and Young PeopleI express my thanks to all the churches in my hon. Friend’s constituency for their work in supporting families and young people in Telford, and I especially congratulate Rev.…16 Apr 2026HANSARDChristians in PalestineThe Church remains steadfast in its support for Palestinians. The Bishops of Southwark, Gloucester, Chelmsford and Norwich have publicly highlighted their concerns by condemning…16 Apr 2026HANSARDExtremismThe Church is concerned about the growth of extremism, including Christian nationalism, and bishops have established a working group to promote unity and support parishes with…16 Apr 2026HANSARD Women’s Health StrategyI welcome the Government’s renewed women’s health strategy and their efforts to tackle the ethnic disparities that still exist in the healthcare system. Placing women’s voices at…16 Apr 2026HANSARDArchbishop of CanterburyThe Archbishop of Canterbury sees herself as a shepherd of the flock, with five broad priorities: bringing confidence in the gospel; pastoral work; showing Christian hope;…16 Apr 2026HANSARDPlaces of Worship Renewal FundI will just put it on the record that we are all, across the House, keen advocates for our local churches; we recognise that they are the cornerstones of our community, so we are…16 Apr 2026HANSARDSmall ChurchesThe Church of England supports small, often rural, churches through targeted grants, practical tools and locally focused support. That includes the minor repairs and improvements…16 Apr 2026HANSARDArchbishop of CanterburyI will certainly raise that issue on the hon. Member’s behalf.16 Apr 2026HANSARDListed Places of Worship Grant SchemeWe are still awaiting details of the replacement scheme, following the confirmation of the end of the listed places of worship grant scheme in January. As I mentioned in my answer…16 Apr 2026HANSARDChild PovertyI thank the hon. Gentleman for all his contributions at Church questions. I hope he does not mind if I write to update him on what takes place over the summer.16 Apr 2026HANSARDListed Places of Worship Grant SchemeI hope that both St Paulinus church and Christ church will be eligible for the new places of worship renewal fund. While we await publication of further guidance, I again advise…16 Apr 2026HANSARDArchbishop of CanterburyThe installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury was a truly historic moment; she is the first woman archbishop. I thank you, Mr Speaker, for representing the House at that…16 Apr 2026HANSARDPlaces of Worship Renewal FundI can confirm that I have met colleagues in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on numerous occasions, most recently the Minister for Heritage just before Easter recess.…16 Apr 2026HANSARDChild PovertyMr Speaker, it always feels like I am getting my exercise in at Church questions! Through community programmes, the Church provides a significant contribution to the local…16 Apr 2026HANSARDSmall ChurchesThe diocese of Portsmouth has £2 million to support parishes in low-income areas, and a further £4 million for clergy, lay leadership and church development. Parishes such as St…16 Apr 2026HANSARDListed Places of Worship Grant SchemeHow could I turn down such a wonderful offer to visit Eastbourne? I will certainly try to do so. Let us try to do it around the tennis—that would be even better. In all…16 Apr 2026HANSARDChildren and Young PeopleThe right hon. Member highlights the true value of what can happen in our local communities when churches, local authorities and all other stakeholders work together. Yes, I will…16 Apr 2026HANSARDExtremismAs the hon. Member will know, the issue of the persecution of Christians abroad has come up before, and the Church obviously takes it seriously. As I highlighted in my initial…16 Apr 2026