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HANSARD EU Structural Funds: Least Developed RegionsI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing the debate. In his calculations, has he taken into account any potential and likely changes towards the end of the seven-year period?…26 Jun 2019HANSARDInternational Humanitarian Law: Protecting Civilians in ConflictI congratulate the right hon. Lady on securing this debate and on her continuing interest in this matter over many years. Does she agree that one of the issues that comes up…18 Jun 2019HANSARD History Curriculum: MigrationThe hon. Gentleman indicated that we should be a bit more brave in remembering our history. Does he agree that it is sometimes regrettable that in recent years we have seen…18 Jun 2019HANSARDDomestic Abuse and HomelessnessMy hon. Friend outlines the difficulties and complexities for domestic abuse victims of getting accommodation if they choose to do so. Does he agree that, on some occasions, the…12 Jun 2019HANSARDCensus: National MinoritiesDoes the Minister agree that while it is important that all recognised national minorities should receive their place in the census, we do need to be very careful that we do not…12 Jun 2019HANSARD Imprisonment for Public ProtectionI am glad that the right hon. Gentleman has zoned in on what should be the two central pillars of our justice system. Does he agree that wider society needs to see…11 Jun 2019HANSARDSocial Mobility: Treasury ReformI congratulate the right hon. Lady on securing this debate. She has a long interest in the topic. She referred to the abolition of the Treasury. Has she indicated that to the 10…11 Jun 2019HANSARDFree TV Licences: Over-75sI speak in support of the renewed campaign to retain the free TV licence for over-75s. Four years ago, the BBC agreed to the new regime, as the Secretary of State said. The…11 Jun 2019HANSARDSocial Mobility: Treasury ReformDoes my hon. Friend agree that part of what we need to do is to further incentivise people, particularly young people, through the tax system, so that they can save? Personal…11 Jun 2019HANSARDElectric VehiclesGiven the ongoing problems in recent years regarding the UK automotive sector and the ongoing problems affecting Tesla, is there not an opportunity for the Minister and the…11 Jun 2019HANSARDCystic Fibrosis Drugs: OrkambiWhen we have the most senior civil servant in Northern Ireland, along with NHS England and virtually everyone else who has any dealings with the issue, saying, “Look, we need…10 Jun 2019HANSARDCandidates with DisabilitiesIn supporting candidates with disabilities to stand in elections, does the Minister not agree that there could be a further benefit? It could result in the voting population of…05 Jun 2019HANSARDUniversal Credit and DebtI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing the debate. Does she agree that until relatively recently there was a broad political consensus on the need to revise the labyrinth of…05 Jun 2019HANSARD Political Process in Northern IrelandDoes the Secretary of State agree with me and many people in Northern Ireland that we need all the parties to reach a consensus? There is no point in any single party saying,…04 Jun 2019HANSARDEmployment TrendsEmployment levels are improving, as the Minister has said, but does he agree that we need to attract above-average salary levels now to try to grow the economy? In that respect,…22 May 2019HANSARDFinancial Exclusion: Access to CashI congratulate the hon. Lady on securing the debate. The issue of free-to-use ATMs is particularly acute in rural areas, and especially among elderly and more vulnerable…21 May 2019HANSARD Intimidation in Public LifeOn standing up to people, does the hon. Gentleman agree that it is important that in the wider discourse we make it clear that, whatever our views are on somewhat controversial…21 May 2019HANSARDIncome TaxMy party has advocated the raising of the personal allowance, and I am glad that the Chancellor has done that over the past few years, but does he agree that part of the problem…21 May 2019HANSARDOne Public Estate ProgrammeDoes the hon. Gentleman agree that he is now going down a route that is particularly advantageous for other parts of the United Kingdom, in terms of not just developing social…14 May 2019HANSARDSaudi Arabia: Diplomatic RelationsGiven the continuing crisis in the Mediterranean sea, with many hundreds still fleeing and making the perilous journey across that seascape, what issues are the Government raising…14 May 2019