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HANSARD Business of the HouseI pay tribute to the hon. Member’s constituents, who are trying to assist on the challenges that Ukraine and the Ukrainian people face. I think our response is best done at state…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI think the hon. Gentleman would recognise that there is joined-up government here, across all Departments. There is co-operation; we are working together to properly take the…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. He will recognise that we have introduced these measures now where we can bring forward those sanctions. He is also right to recognise…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI agree with the hon. Lady that this is certainly worthy of debate. I genuinely feel for those who are going through IVF. It is very expensive, but these couples will be pursuing…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI recognise the challenge that the hon. Gentleman highlights. I represent a rural constituency, and there are challenges for those living in rural communities. He is right to…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman is right to draw attention to this, and I saw the vigil held in Nottingham city centre in support of the Ukrainian people. A fund has been set up, and the…03 Mar 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseMadam Deputy Speaker, I should like to make a short business statement. Business later today will now be a debate on motions to approve the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit)…28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sure the House will recognise my enthusiasm to be here earlier was evident, but unfortunately business went on late, which is why we are doing it at this time.28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question; he is right to be supportive and I am grateful for his comments. I am sure that he will be able to question a Minister at the Dispatch…28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman will have to wait for the Bill. This is a further step on the way to sanctioning Russia. This is part of a suite of measures which are being brought forward. We…28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseOf course, we will facilitate that. We are grateful for the Opposition’s support in this matter. A united House is the right message to send.28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseIt is not for me to encourage my hon. Friend to amend Government business, but of course there will be a Bill coming very shortly which he will be able to scrutinise. He will…28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the Houseindicated assent.28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseJust to be clear, the SIs are being debated tomorrow. They will be allowed three hours, subject to the business motion being supported by the House, and there will then be a…28 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Member will have the opportunity at Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office questions on 8 March to put that to the Foreign Secretary. I know that he is a long-time…24 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseAmong the hon. Gentleman’s constituents in Dundee, as with my constituents and those of Members throughout the House, there is recognition of the challenge that we face due to…24 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman is right to draw attention to that matter. The statutory instrument that we passed earlier this week is very robust and allows for strong action to be taken…24 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend will recognise that the Prime Minister will be in the Chamber at 5 pm, and that will be his first opportunity to question our right hon. Friend. I have not…24 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI read that news in the paper this morning, and I was very sorry to hear about the actress who played Olive in “On the Buses”. It highlights the importance of ensuring that people…24 Feb 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sorry to hear about my hon. Friend’s constituent. He raises an extremely serious matter, and I would be happy to pass on his concerns to Ministers in the Department for…24 Feb 2022