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HANSARDGender Recognition ActI am aware of the issue and it is something I am working on with officials, but I cannot give any specific commitments today. I can, however, tell the House that the team and I…21 Feb 2022HANSARDGender Recognition Act“Disorder”.21 Feb 2022HANSARDGender Recognition ActI need to correct my hon. Friend. It is “disorder” that will be removed.21 Feb 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend raises an important point, particularly for her constituency, and I can give the assurance that the Government will continue to work closely with Seafish and the…20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Gentleman raises an important point. These issues are very complex, but what I will say is that we are first in the queue to join CPTTP, and after that all things are up…20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend raises an important point. A key challenge facing the UK and other major exporters is shipping container costs, and there is ongoing engagement across Government,…20 Jan 2022HANSARDManufacturing: Government SupportMy hon. Friend fights hard for his constituency. I am pleased to reiterate that the trade and co-operation agreement ensures that businesses in every part of the UK can continue…20 Jan 2022HANSARDManufacturing: Government SupportIn 2021, the DIT launched a new exports campaign: “Made in the UK, Sold to the World”. The campaign, in line with our refreshed export strategy, celebrates the quality of the UK…20 Jan 2022HANSARDSME Trade with EUAs far as I know, we have suggested solutions and are waiting for the EU to respond.20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am grateful for my hon. Friend’s support of the parliamentary export scheme. It is about to be refreshed and relaunched so that we can provide additional support to any of our…20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe UK-Australia free trade agreement could boost Scotland’s economy by about £120 million. The deal will help boost Scottish exports by removing tariffs of up to 5% on Scotch…20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend raises what is a vital point in a global economy. The Government are carrying out a review of the UK’s international and domestic approach to semiconductor supply…20 Jan 2022HANSARDSME Trade with EUThe refreshed export strategy, launched in November, focuses on the barriers to trade faced by small and medium-sized enterprises, using targeted interventions that help…20 Jan 2022HANSARDSME Trade with EUThe ESS is there to help traders who are struggling with elements of trading with Europe and it will continue to do so. It is available online and by telephone, but if the hon.…20 Jan 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Gentleman raises a good point. It is in my diary to meet him in the next few weeks; I suggest that he brings that paper with him and we can have a more fruitful…20 Jan 2022HANSARDConversion TherapyThe Government’s proposals will protect freedom of speech. The proposals will not affect a parent’s right to express their views and raise their children with their values.…12 Jan 2022HANSARDConversion TherapyParents and carers will, of course, have the right to express their views on how a child identifies.12 Jan 2022HANSARDPrime Minister's Trade Envoy ProgrammeThe Prime Minister has made two new appointments to his trade envoy programme. The new appointments will extend the total number of trade envoys to 34 parliamentarians, covering…12 Jan 2022HANSARDBritish ExportsThe Department for International Trade is always looking to protect our own industries and sectors, including the agricultural sector, while ensuring that they are able to exploit…02 Dec 2021HANSARDBritish ExportsThe Secretary of State announced a refreshed export strategy—Made in Britain, Sold to the World—on 17 November during International Trade Week. This business-centred 12-point plan…02 Dec 2021