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HANSARDLord Mandelson Humble Address: Government Response UpdateThe pain of the Epstein victims sits heavy with all of us in this House because we expect the highest standards of all of us. The challenge with this incident is that it involves…27 Apr 2026HANSARDSecurity VettingThe Prime Minister is being candid about some of the challenges in this process. I am sure that he will share the frustration felt across the House as revelations keep coming and…20 Apr 2026HANSARD Antisemitic AttacksWalthamstow stands shoulder to shoulder with the Jewish community in this country in standing up to these people trying to divide our nation. We recognise the pain and fear in our…20 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMany of us recognise the picture of pain that the Minister is painting, especially following the terrorist attack, but good legislation requires debate, scrutiny and…14 Apr 2026HANSARDCrime and Policing BillMy hon. Friend will recognise, though, that many of us are concerned about the integrity of the concepts of terrorism and terrorist organisations, and the importance of people’s…14 Apr 2026HANSARD Knife CrimeI know that the Minister, like me, has had conversations with a parent who has lost a loved one. As an MP, they break your heart. I think particularly today of the mother of Josh…14 Apr 2026HANSARDSEND Provision and ReformLet me tell the hon. Member that in London people have the same concern that my hon. Friend the Member for West Lancashire (Ashley Dalton) set out. We have to change the system,…13 Apr 2026HANSARDSEND Provision and ReformOn that point, will my hon. Friend give way?13 Apr 2026HANSARDMiddle EastI welcome the Prime Minister’s tough stance in response to President Trump’s demands to get involved in this conflict, and his commitment that Lebanon must be part of the…13 Apr 2026HANSARD Reproductive CoercionMy hon. Friend is telling an incredibly powerful story about reproductive coercion and, in particular, the role of family courts. Does she agree that this issue, this case and all…24 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastI thank my right hon. Friend for this detailed update. Further to his earlier comments, it is really important that our constituents understand how serious this is. Energy traders…23 Mar 2026HANSARDFinance (No. 2) BillI thank all the MPs across the House—except those in the obvious party—who understand the risks to our constituents from this advice. It is very welcome to see a Government…11 Mar 2026HANSARDFinance (No. 2) BillI feel the need to stand up for Martin Lewis, because he is one of the good guys when it comes to advice, and those forums are policed very well. The problem is people exploiting…11 Mar 2026HANSARDFinance (No. 2) BillI rise to support the legislation. In particular, I want to talk about new clause 4. I have to admit that I am a terrible person to go shopping with. [Laughter.] Wait for it. I…11 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillI know at first hand the strength that my hon. Friend is showing in making this speech, and I know why it matters for us to be confident that what we bring forward actually will…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillI think we all share my right hon. Friend’s passionate desire to support the victims who are waiting too long to get to court, but that means that we also owe them a debt of…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillWill my right hon. Friend give way?10 Mar 2026HANSARD Electronic Travel Authorisation: Dual NationalsThe Minister says this has not been mishandled, but I am sure even he would accept there are elements that could have been done better. One of those is to do with babies. I have…25 Feb 2026HANSARD EU Membership Referendum: Impact on the UKIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Desmond. I never inhaled: I always opposed Brexit, and I continue to fight for a closer relationship with Europe. I also…24 Feb 2026HANSARD EU Membership Referendum: Impact on the UKI apologise, but I am aware of the time available. I also recognise that 2016 was over a decade ago. One of the challenges in this nation is that we have always acted as if the…24 Feb 2026