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HANSARD Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) BillOn the attack on the NHS, I worked for 10 years in health and social care prior to being elected to this place, so I witnessed that attack taking place, and nothing could give a…06 Jan 2026HANSARDMagistratesI thank the Minister for her answer. I recently had the opportunity to visit the county and family court in Watford, and while there I talked to them about the challenge of…16 Dec 2025HANSARDMagistrates14. What steps his Department is taking to support magistrates.16 Dec 2025HANSARD Budget ResolutionsIt is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Keighley and Ilkley (Robbie Moore). I thank and congratulate my right hon. Friend the Chancellor, on behalf of my fellow residents…26 Nov 2025HANSARDInternational Men’s DayFirst, I pay tribute to my hon. Friend the Member for Cannock Chase (Josh Newbury) for giving an incredibly moving introduction to this debate. International Men’s Day, which is…20 Nov 2025HANSARDUK-EU Agreement on Trade from Northern Ireland5. What assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the recent UK-EU agreement on trade from Northern Ireland.19 Nov 2025HANSARDUK-EU Agreement on Trade from Northern IrelandDoes the Secretary of State agree that aligning safety standards and cutting red tape—checks and paperwork—is precisely the kind of support for growth and trade that this…19 Nov 2025HANSARDVideo Games: Consumer LawI thank my hon. Friend the Member for South Norfolk (Ben Goldsborough) for securing this important debate. As we are all making declarations, I should say I am a self-confessed…03 Nov 2025HANSARDCare LeaversLeaving care can be extremely challenging. In Watford, Hertfordshire’s local authority provides support with housing, finance, education and training, health and relationships,…03 Nov 2025HANSARD Black History MonthI congratulate my hon. Friend the Minister for Equalities, and the Mother of the House, my right hon. Friend the Member for Hackney North and Stoke Newington (Ms Abbott), on their…23 Oct 2025HANSARDFinancial InclusionI congratulate my hon. Friend on securing this important debate. Does he agree that the publication of the Government’s financial inclusion strategy is welcome, given the urgency…22 Oct 2025HANSARDOnline Safety Act 2023: Effectiveness2. What assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the Online Safety Act 2023 in reducing children’s exposure to harmful online content.10 Sept 2025HANSARDOnline Safety Act 2023: EffectivenessIt is so gratifying to see a Watfordian at the Dispatch Box. In my constituency of Watford, parents and families are rightly pleased with the protections being afforded to…10 Sept 2025HANSARDFuture of Terrestrial TelevisionIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Twigg. I thank the right hon. Member for Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale (David Mundell) for securing this important…04 Sept 2025HANSARDGaza: CeasefireMy constituency of Watford is a richly ethnically diverse community. When I speak to residents there about the conflict in Gaza, the overwhelming desire is for the killing to…02 Sept 2025HANSARDGaza: Ceasefire8. What steps he is taking to support a ceasefire in Gaza.02 Sept 2025HANSARDNet Zero PoliciesI thank the Minister for her answer. Energy security is important not just to help bring bills down now. Does the Minister agree that it is also vital for the future and for…15 Jul 2025HANSARDNet Zero Policies14. What steps he is taking to ensure scientific evidence is used to support his net zero policies.15 Jul 2025HANSARDLicensing Hours Extensions BillMy remarks were entirely oriented around the suggestion that those wishing to celebrate would be able to do so. No compulsion to do so was intended.04 Jul 2025HANSARDLicensing Hours Extensions BillMy hon. Friend is absolutely correct: this is vital legislation. It is wholly appropriate to make this alteration in order to permit swift changes to licensing hours as necessary.…04 Jul 2025