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HANSARD Budget ResolutionsI want to start by echoing a number of comments in commending the Chancellor on what was not an easy position to find himself in, only elevated to the role a couple of weeks ago…11 Mar 2020HANSARDPoints-based Immigration23. What assessment he has made of the potential effect of the proposed points-based immigration system on the provision of health and social care.10 Mar 2020HANSARDPoints-based ImmigrationNot only do this Government treat the Scottish Government with contempt, but they treat their own Scottish Tory colleagues in the same way, as they were reportedly livid about the…10 Mar 2020HANSARDPost Office NetworkOn the point about the need for banks to have long-term contact with the post offices that step in where a bank has abandoned the community, does my hon. Friend agree that the…10 Mar 2020HANSARDPost Office NetworkWe often find in situations such as the one in Loanhead in my constituency, where the Bank of Scotland is completely abandoning the community by shutting the bank branch, that the…10 Mar 2020HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. I have a constituent who cannot walk without aid and has severe depression currently going through the appeals process. That has already taken months, during which time no…09 Mar 2020HANSARDCode of Conduct for Special Advisers11. What recent assessment he has made of compliance by Government special advisers with the code of conduct for special advisers.27 Feb 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseBank of Scotland recently announced a series of branch closures around Scotland, including in Loanhead in my constituency. Midlothian is often referred to as one of the fastest…27 Feb 2020HANSARDTopical QuestionsT2. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.27 Feb 2020HANSARDCode of Conduct for Special AdvisersThe code of conduct says that special advisers must not involve themselves with controversy. After calling for weirdos, misfits and “PJ Masks”, Dominic Cummings hired someone who…27 Feb 2020HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe SNP Scottish Government’s groundbreaking legislation ensures that everyone who chooses to make their home in Scotland, including refugees and EU citizens, can vote. That…27 Feb 2020HANSARDMigration and ScotlandI congratulate the hon. Member for Penistone and Stocksbridge (Miriam Cates). Listening to her describe her constituency, I was tempted to take her up on the offer of a visa, but…11 Feb 2020HANSARDEngagementsQ15. We know that the Prime Minister has form in ducking democratic scrutiny at every opportunity and that his party is no stranger to receiving Russian donations, but his…05 Feb 2020HANSARDEngagements11. Yesterday, the EU published the Erasmus+ programme annual report. It showed that Edinburgh University is the top UK institution for sending students on the scheme. The number…29 Jan 2020HANSARDLeaving the EU: Businesses in Scotland2. What support she is providing to businesses in Scotland to prepare for the UK leaving the EU.21 Jan 2020HANSARDLeaving the EU: Businesses in ScotlandWith the final destination of Brexit still vague, it is a disgrace that the UK Government are still failing to give businesses the information they need to navigate Brexit, with…21 Jan 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThis year, 4 March marks the 50th anniversary of the successful Black Arrow satellite carrier rocket launch, which was the first and only UK rocket to reach orbit. Companies like…16 Jan 2020HANSARDMiddle East: SecurityClearly, any escalation of tensions in the region could have significant consequences not only for our armed forces, but civilian populations there. It is time for cool heads. The…07 Jan 2020