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HANSARDIsrael and GazaMany of us, from all parts of this House, have supported the right of Israel to exist and, consequently, its right to defend itself over many years, and we have also condemned as…20 May 2024HANSARD Relationships, Sex and Health Education: Statutory GuidanceThe Secretary of State and I grew up in the same part of the world, a few hundred yards away from each other, albeit at different times. In my time, there was no way in which…16 May 2024HANSARDWomen’s State Pension Age: Ombudsman ReportI, too, thank the Backbench Business Committee for enabling the debate to take place. I suppose that I should congratulate the hon. Member for North Ayrshire and Arran (Patricia…16 May 2024HANSARDWomen’s State Pension Age: Ombudsman ReportThe Minister said that the Government are to give the ombudsman’s report serious consideration before they decide what to do. How long does he think that process will take?16 May 2024HANSARD Innovation Centre for Energy Transition: PeterboroughOrder. Could I gently remind the hon. Gentleman that he needs to leave time for the Minister to respond?14 May 2024HANSARDSmartphones and Social Media: ChildrenOrder. In view of the number of people who want to speak and the pressure on time, I am afraid I have no alternative but to impose a four-minute time limit on speeches, which I…14 May 2024HANSARDSmartphones and Social Media: ChildrenOrder. I call Alyn Smith.14 May 2024HANSARDSmartphones and Social Media: ChildrenThere is time for one last speaker, Lia Nici, but I will have to restrict her to two minutes. I will begin calling the Front-Bench spokespeople at 10.30 am.14 May 2024HANSARDSmartphones and Social Media: ChildrenI call Miriam Cates to briefly wind up.14 May 2024HANSARDAssisted DyingI will be brief. Does my right hon. Friend accept that his argument reflects a very bleak view of how assisted dying would work in practice?29 Apr 2024HANSARDAssisted DyingIt is a pleasure, Sir Robert, to serve under your chairmanship. I thank the Petitions Committee for enabling us to have this debate today. I want to say quite openly that, after a…29 Apr 2024HANSARDAssisted DyingDoes the hon. Gentleman not accept that “harm” to human life can involve someone existing in pain and acute distress?29 Apr 2024HANSARDDevolved Institutions: Northern IrelandOf course the restoration of devolved government in Northern Ireland is very welcome. The Minister will be aware that polling evidence has shown a big growth since the Good Friday…24 Apr 2024HANSARDPartner and Spousal Visas: Minimum IncomeOrder. I remind Members that those who want to be called to speak should bob.23 Apr 2024HANSARDPartner and Spousal Visas: Minimum IncomeBefore I call the next speaker, there are two more Back Benchers seeking to make a speech. I remind them that, at 10.30 am, I will be calling the Front Bench spokespersons from…23 Apr 2024HANSARDPartner and Spousal Visas: Minimum IncomeOrder. Cease this banter and get on with the debate, please.23 Apr 2024HANSARDIran-Israel UpdateMr Speaker, could I too pass on my condolences for the loss of your dad, Doug? I was one of those who on many occasions benefited from his wise advice. As the Prime Minister has…15 Apr 2024HANSARDJames Bulger Murder: Public InquiryI beg to move, That this House has considered e-petition 206851 relating to a public inquiry into the James Bulger murder case. I am pleased to serve under your chairmanship, Mr…25 Mar 2024HANSARDJames Bulger Murder: Public InquiryWill the Minister give way?25 Mar 2024HANSARDJames Bulger Murder: Public InquiryThe point my hon. Friend the Member for Birmingham, Yardley (Jess Phillips) was making is that, had that information been available at the time and during the trial, subsequent…25 Mar 2024