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HANSARD BBC Charter RenewalYes, I can report that it is. People have told me that they no longer purchase a licence because they do not watch live TV, and that shows a lack of confidence in the BBC’s…06 Jan 2026HANSARDLess Survivable CancersI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing this debate, in particular given his personal circumstances. He rightly outlined the need for early diagnosis. Does he agree that…06 Jan 2026HANSARD BBC Charter RenewalI congratulate the right hon. Member for Maldon (Sir John Whittingdale) on securing the debate. Fairness and impartiality should be the hallmarks of the BBC, and many years ago…06 Jan 2026HANSARDAsylum Reforms: Protected CharacteristicsDoes my hon. Friend agree that, whether on straightforward illegal immigration or on protected characteristics, part of the problem is that there are concerns in wider society…17 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsBoth this Government and the previous Government tried to get to grips with the increasing problem of the smuggling of illegal drugs into prisons. Can the Secretary of State…16 Dec 2025HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles: Operation KenovaIn analysing the report and the Secretary of State’s statement, people will be looking to the future as we try to ensure that no one rewrites the past. However, in trying to do…09 Dec 2025HANSARDNet Zero Transition: Consumer-led FlexibilityMy hon. Friend has just touched on affordability. Would he agree that, by and large, people across communities—whether in Northern Ireland or across the UK—want to embrace green…09 Dec 2025HANSARDLocal MediaOn the issue of local and national BBC, does the hon. Member agree with me about one tremendously heartwarming story this week? I am not a rugby league fan but Kevin Sinfield does…03 Dec 2025HANSARDLocal MediaGood grief!03 Dec 2025HANSARD Veterinary Medicines: Northern IrelandI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing the debate. Does he agree that the continuing uncertainty is driving the problem and causing issues for the medical profession and…03 Dec 2025HANSARDHomelessness: FundingDoes my hon. Friend agree that one of the big problems in Northern Ireland and across the UK is the lack of affordable homes? Many families are finding that that is the difficulty…02 Dec 2025HANSARDModern Slavery: Global Supply ChainsWill the Minister have discussions with some of the large retail chains in which we often see occasions of misuse of labour in overseas territories, particularly in Africa and the…02 Dec 2025HANSARDMen’s Health ServicesI welcome the Secretary of State’s indication that he is awaiting the outcome of that report on screening for prostate cancer. If that report recommends what many of us hope it…25 Nov 2025HANSARDSpecialist Manufacturing Sector: Regional EconomiesI congratulate the hon. Member on securing this debate. On the point about training and upskilling, does he agree that we need to do more to develop the skills and competitiveness…19 Nov 2025HANSARDBusinesses with Supply Chains in Great BritainWill the Secretary of State step up his efforts to ensure that there is no disadvantage to companies trading within Northern Ireland? Further to that, he will be aware of the…19 Nov 2025HANSARDBusinesses with Supply Chains in Great Britain2. What progress he has made in supporting businesses in Northern Ireland that have supply chains in Great Britain.19 Nov 2025HANSARDUNESCO: 80th AnniversaryI was hoping that the hon. Gentleman would turn to the Giant’s Causeway UNESCO world heritage site. Does he agree that that is one of the nation’s tremendous tourism facilities,…18 Nov 2025HANSARDUNESCO: 80th AnniversaryAnd that is in summer.18 Nov 2025HANSARDClean Energy Transition: New Nuclear PowerThe Minister has outlined his determination and urgency on nuclear power. I hope he is able to confirm that everyone across the United Kingdom will benefit from lower costs as a…18 Nov 2025HANSARDTyphoon Fighter Sovereign CapabilityOn the quick reaction alert force, the NATO coverage and the contribution the Typhoon fighter would provide, does my hon. Friend agree that the proximity of the Irish Republic to…12 Nov 2025