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HANSARD Agriculture BillWe have heard half a dozen maiden speeches today, all more eloquent than mine, and I congratulate my colleagues on both sides. I welcome the Government’s opening statement that…03 Feb 2020HANSARDTransport Investment: Regional DisparitiesMy constituency has no rail line or dual carriageway. Does my right hon. Friend recognise the challenges facing communities such as mine, and will he support my campaign for…30 Jan 2020HANSARD Direct Payments to Farmers (Legislative Continuity) BillMany upland sheep farmers, particularly in my constituency, will welcome not only the extra year of payments and the confidence it will give them, but the less draconian approach…28 Jan 2020HANSARDNHS Funding BillI support my hon. Friend and neighbour in her campaigning for Bishop Auckland Hospital—I am behind her 100% on that. Will she also mention the support that she will be giving me…27 Jan 2020HANSARD Motorhomes and Vehicle Excise DutyI have Elddis, a manufacturer of caravans, and Weardale, an area where many motorhome users go, in my constituency. Does the hon. Lady agree that this policy could have unintended…21 Jan 2020HANSARDEconomy and JobsMr Deputy Speaker, may I just say how much of a pleasure it is to see you back in your rightful place in the Chair today? I hope my maiden speech does not defy convention as much…20 Jan 2020HANSARDEconomy and JobsThe Labour manifesto wanted to scrap R&D tax credits. How does the right hon. Gentleman square that with his support for R&D now?20 Jan 2020HANSARDEconomy and JobsDoes my hon. Friend agree that the increase in the business rates discount is an important measure that the Government are taking to help small businesses not only in his…20 Jan 2020