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HANSARD Russian Ship YantarThe Yantar’s presence within our waters makes clear Russia’s threat to our democracy, and I am grateful for the service of the brave men and women of the Royal Navy and Royal Air…20 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillThe right hon. Member makes an important distinction about the manner in which we deployed our soldiers. What he has described is a policing action, and there are very different…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Those two principles—being protected from repeated investigation and giving families proper answers—must sit at the heart of the Bill. We know the…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillIf you had been here during the debate, yes, I would give way, but no, you can sit down and listen.18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillThis is an important and necessary Bill. It is needed to repair the legally and morally flawed legacy Act passed by the previous Government, which created confusion in an already…18 Nov 2025HANSARDTyphoon Fighter Sovereign CapabilityDoes the hon. Gentleman recognise that the highest echelon of pilots—those who are best trained—will be the operational conversion unit instructors? Therefore, the 12 aircraft…12 Nov 2025HANSARDTyphoon Fighter Sovereign CapabilityOn that point, what is critical in our present epoch is that we are able to iterate technology fast, and to adapt to make the things we have more lethal, rather than just bringing…12 Nov 2025HANSARDPoints of Orderindicated assent.11 Nov 2025HANSARD Remembrance Day: Armed ForcesRemembrance is truly a moment of national unity. From bereaved service families to the veterans of the second world war, our country comes together to honour the service and…11 Nov 2025HANSARDPoints of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Last week, the Deputy Prime Minister made an historic appearance as the first black man in history to answer Prime Minister’s questions.…11 Nov 2025HANSARD House Building: LondonIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Mundell. I thank the hon. Member for Old Bexley and Sidcup (Mr French) for securing this important debate. Few issues affect…05 Nov 2025HANSARD Black History MonthThe hon. Lady may not know that I was a pilot in the Royal Air Force. I used to do a lot of work advocating for young black people entering STEM—science, technology, engineering…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAs it is business questions, Mr Speaker, I figured I would come to work in my high-visibility jacket. Over the summer recess, my team organised a series of roundtables in Waltham…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Black History MonthAhem!23 Oct 2025HANSARD Black History MonthMy hon. Friend is making a powerful speech. It is important to highlight the simple things like listening to people, but we must also get over our inherent reluctance to speak…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Black History MonthHon. Members may be wondering about my jacket today, and the truth, frankly, is that I am tired of being upstaged by the threads of my hon. Friend the Member for Brent East (Dawn…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Sentencing BillMy hon. Friend is making a powerful point about amendment 36. It is imperative that when we look at improving the system as a whole, we understand the pressures that we are…21 Oct 2025HANSARD Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory BillAbdicating this House’s responsibilities to a referendum is not something on which we will agree. This treaty is a vital step to secure UK interests. It puts the Diego Garcia base…20 Oct 2025HANSARD Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Billrose—20 Oct 2025HANSARD Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory BillNot all the objections are jaw-droppingly confused, but some colleagues will vote against the Bill tonight on the basis of them. That is no reason to support an amendment that…20 Oct 2025