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HANSARDChinese EmbassyWe have reviewed transnational repression through the defending democracy taskforce; we take it incredibly seriously, and I note the hon. Gentleman’s concerns. I am here on behalf…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyThe UK condemns the politically motivated prosecution of Jimmy Lai. No state can bully and persecute the British people for exercising their basic rights. Following the court…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyI recognise my hon. Friend’s frustration and anger on behalf of his constituent. We will not tolerate transnational repression of the kind that he is concerned about.…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyAll material considerations will be taken into account, which include matters of national security, but the decision is being taken by my Department, in line with statutory…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyAs I have said, all material considerations will be taken into account when making the decision. Any party can make representations on the case and a number of hon. Members from…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyI am not going to comment on behalf of the security services— [ Interruption. ] Opposition Members are chuntering from a sedentary position, but I am not going to do that. It is…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyIt is for the ISC, not me, to comment on its proceedings. I can tell the right hon. Gentleman that national security is the first duty of Government. It is not appropriate for me…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyThe Foreign Secretary has been robust on human rights, including those in Xinjiang. She has raised our concerns about the implementation of the national security law in Hong Kong…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyAs I have said, it was precisely because the Department did not feel that it had all the necessary information to make a decision that we sought that further information via a…13 Jan 2026HANSARDChinese EmbassyI repeat what I said specifically about transnational repression. We will not tolerate any attempts by foreign Governments to coerce, intimidate, harass or harm their critics…13 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsWhile I appreciate my hon. Friend’s concern, we have strengthened policies in the draft national planning policy framework, which is currently out for consultation, that will…12 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe are committed to reinvigorating council house building, which is essential to boost and sustain higher rates of housing supply in the years ahead. We have already taken…12 Jan 2026HANSARDHouse Building: Stoke-on-TrentThe Government are taking concerted action to boost rates of house building across England, including reforming the planning system and allocating record levels of grant funding…12 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Lady can look forward to the future buildings standards being brought into force later this year.12 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am more than happy to sit down with my hon. Friend and discuss the matter in more detail.12 Jan 2026HANSARDPrivate Rent InflationThe Renters’ Rights Act 2025 contains provisions allowing tenants to challenge unreasonable rent increases. The new tenancy system will come into force on 1 May this year, at…12 Jan 2026HANSARDPrivate Rent InflationWe will of course keep the implementation of the Act under continual review, but, as I have said, it allows tenants to challenge unreasonable rent increases at the first-tier…12 Jan 2026HANSARDSocial and Affordable Homes: Camborne and RedruthOn 11 November last year, I set out the full details of our £39 billion, 10-year social and affordable homes programme. In the coming weeks, we will provide registered providers…12 Jan 2026HANSARDSocial and Affordable Homes: Camborne and RedruthI think the thrust of my hon. Friend’s question was about what arrangements can be put in place for Cornwall so that it can better deliver housing and regenerate areas that have…12 Jan 2026HANSARDSocial and Affordable Homes: Blaydon and ConsettIn July last year we set out a detailed five-step plan to deliver a decade of renewal in social and affordable housing. The plan includes the biggest boost to grant funding in a…12 Jan 2026