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HANSARDMedicines and Medical Devices Bill (First sitting)I am sorry about this—really sorry—because I understood that being a Minister was about co-operation, patience and morals. I do not disbelieve what the Minister says. However,…08 Jun 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Rugby LeagueFor many northern towns, rugby league is more than just a sport. It is part of our identity—our culture. Most of the clubs are old enough to have survived the two world wars, but…27 Apr 2020HANSARDEducation (Guidance about Costs of School Uniforms) BillIt is a pleasure to speak in favour of this Bill, promoted by my hon. Friend the Member for Weaver Vale (Mike Amesbury), who has truly identified a real issue faced by millions of…13 Mar 2020HANSARDEducation (Guidance about Costs of School Uniforms) BillI have heard the hon. Gentleman, but the Bill means that the Government would have to take the necessary steps to limit the amount of school uniform that must be branded. The…13 Mar 2020HANSARD China’s Policy on its Uighur PopulationIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Sharma. I congratulate the hon. Member for The Wrekin (Mark Pritchard) on securing this important debate and his powerful,…11 Mar 2020HANSARD Medicines and Medical Devices BillThere are signs up in Chinese airports saying “Organ transplants this way” in English; there is a clear path through. I am not saying that it is the English who are going, but the…02 Mar 2020HANSARD Medicines and Medical Devices BillIt is a pleasure and a privilege to follow the hon. Members for Central Ayrshire (Dr Whitford) and for Bosworth (Dr Evans). I agree with everything they said. I welcome this Bill…02 Mar 2020HANSARD Medicines and Medical Devices BillThe China tribunal report was issued yesterday, and it clearly states that organ harvesting is being done in a commercial, business-like manner. It is absolutely horrendous.…02 Mar 2020HANSARD Equality of Funding: Post-16 EducationIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Davies. I commend my hon. Friend the Member for Brighton, Kemptown (Lloyd Russell-Moyle) for securing this much-needed…25 Feb 2020HANSARD Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) BillThis is a commendable step brought about through Marie McCourt’s tremendous efforts over 32 years and the efforts of my hon. Friend the Member for St Helens North (Conor McGinn).…11 Feb 2020HANSARD Beer and Pub TaxationOf course it is. We have heard colleagues talk about it today. If the aim is to raise money for the Exchequer, I agree with that aim, as taxes are important and pay for the vital…05 Feb 2020HANSARD Beer and Pub TaxationIt is a pleasure to speak under your chairmanship, Mr Gray.05 Feb 2020HANSARD Beer and Pub TaxationPubs have always sat at the heart of our communities and our societies. I remember how my dad, at the end of a hard day’s work, would go to his local for a pint to enjoy the…05 Feb 2020HANSARDLooked-after Children: Out-of-area PlacementsThe Minister clearly does not understand the reasons for the increasing use of out-of-area placements. It is because of a lack of resources to meet the needs, and these children…20 Jan 2020HANSARDLooked-after Children: Out-of-area Placements2. What assessment he has made of trends in the number of looked-after children in out-of-area placements as a result of the unavailability of a place in their home local…20 Jan 2020HANSARDEducation and Local GovernmentI congratulate the hon. Member for Eastleigh (Paul Holmes) on his speech, which gave much laughter. I wish him luck on receiving those cheques, and I hope that those of us on the…14 Jan 2020HANSARDPublic ServicesDoes the right hon. Lady remember that the last Labour Administration picked up the biggest ever debt from any previous Government? And that was a Conservative Government.16 Oct 2019HANSARDPublic ServicesI would first like to commend my hon. Friend the Member for Heywood and Middleton (Liz McInnes). I agree with all her speech, but in particular the part about dangerous driving.…16 Oct 2019HANSARD Ministry of Justice SpendingIt is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Cheltenham (Alex Chalk), my right hon. Friend the Member for Delyn (David Hanson) and particularly the Chairman of our Select…03 Oct 2019HANSARDBusiness of the HouseFirst, will the Leader of the House advise the House when the Government intend to share with it their black swan scenario for a no-deal Brexit? Secondly, have the business and…03 Oct 2019