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HANSARDEngagementsQ12. Thank you, Mr Speaker—and a happy St George’s day for tomorrow too. In Burnley, Padiham and Brierfield, we have a large number of ex-industrial, derelict land sites crying…22 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsT4. I am worried that, despite this Government’s historic recognition of a Palestinian state, there will never be one if the west bank is annexed further, which Netanyahu knows.…21 Apr 2026HANSARD Women’s Health StrategyI so welcome this strategy. I am quite ashamed to say that before being elected to this place, I did not know enough about women’s health issues, and in particular the issues with…16 Apr 2026HANSARDEngagementsQ14. Burnley Manchester Road station is a key driver of growth. It is Burnley’s link to Manchester and Leeds and, more importantly for them, it is their link to Burnley. There…18 Mar 2026HANSARDYouth UnemploymentI am glad to hear that the employer NI exemption for staff under the age of 21 is staying in place. The new £3,000 hiring bonus for businesses taking on young people will make a…17 Mar 2026 Bills sponsored (1)