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HANSARDEmployment Rights: Terminal IllnessA number of employers might either not have a policy or simply be unaware, for some reason, of the need to be more empathetic with people who find themselves in such a…18 Dec 2024HANSARD BBC Charter ReviewGiven that my hon. Friend is a master of both taking and making interventions, I agree with his comment. The previous Government made a statement in April, which was just six or…17 Dec 2024HANSARD Points of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Claimants of pension credit, which gives entitlement to the winter fuel allowance, have to apply by this weekend to qualify for this…17 Dec 2024HANSARD BBC Charter ReviewThe Minister talks about the BBC needing to open up contracts to non-BBC personnel. Does she accept that this needs to be seen to be done on an equitable and fair basis, so that…17 Dec 2024HANSARD BBC Charter ReviewMy right hon. Friend is absolutely correct: there is a lack of transparency. I and others have raised the issue of presenters who do their BBC work and so know what kinds of…17 Dec 2024HANSARD BBC Charter ReviewThe outcome of the BBC charter review has been awaited for a considerable time. Let me begin by quoting a sentence that has been quoted on many previous occasions: “The Mission of…17 Dec 2024HANSARDWomen’s State Pension Age Communication: PHSO ReportMany, many WASPI women will be appalled by the Secretary of State’s statement. When they look at today’s proceedings, would they be right in concluding that this Government were…17 Dec 2024HANSARDNational Wealth Fund: Opportunities for IndustryThe fund’s title is the national wealth fund. Will the Minister outline what she intends to do to ensure that industries across the nation of the United Kingdom will benefit from…17 Dec 2024HANSARDExplosive Ordnance Disposal CommunityTo finish their McDonald’s.11 Dec 2024HANSARDExplosive Ordnance Disposal CommunityDoes my hon. Friend agree that our thanks are due to all the EOD personnel who act, not just in the United Kingdom but internationally, as we heard from the hon. Member for Epsom…11 Dec 2024HANSARDExplosive Ordnance Disposal CommunityDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that the Army Benevolent Fund does outstanding work to help veterans and that we all should support it? I tabled an early-day motion yesterday to…11 Dec 2024HANSARDRare Autoimmune Rheumatic DiseasesI congratulate my hon. Friend on securing the debate. Does he agree that because so few people are impacted by rare diseases, raising awareness among health professionals is a key…10 Dec 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe smuggling of illegal drugs into prisons has been a problem for many years. The last Government spent over £100 million trying to deal with the issue; what plans do the current…10 Dec 2024HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Arrangements) BillIf the Bill is talked out, as seems almost inevitable given the attitude of Labour Members, the Prime Minister has indicated that he will speak with representatives of Northern…06 Dec 2024HANSARD European Union (Withdrawal Arrangements) BillOn this mythical hard border, does the right hon. Gentleman agree that it would be impossible to implement such a thing for any land border of 300 miles with 280 crossing points,…06 Dec 2024HANSARDBiosecurityDoes my hon. Friend agree that it is best to liaise across the regions of the UK to replicate best practice? For example, where something to combat the bovine TB issue he talks…04 Dec 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseWould the Leader of the House grant a general debate in Government time on attitudes to ceasefires? Following the welcome ceasefire in the middle east, Hezbollah supporters there…28 Nov 2024HANSARD Pakistan: Freedom of ReligionI pay tribute to my hon. Friend not only for securing the debate, but for his continuing efforts in this regard. He outlined a litany of attacks, which hopefully will be deplored…28 Nov 2024HANSARDGrassroots Football Clubs: Financial ResilienceThe Minister will be aware that there is a sub-regional stadia strategy in Northern Ireland. Will she have discussions with my colleague, the Minister for Communities in Northern…28 Nov 2024HANSARDSupporting InnovationAcross these islands, Northern Ireland is at the forefront for fibre broadband due to our confidence and supply deal with the previous Government. Can the Minister indicate what…27 Nov 2024