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HANSARDCovid-19: Purchasing EffortI do not think anyone in this Chamber has said, at any point, that things should not have moved quickly to secure PPE. Nobody, on this side at least, has said that this should…03 Feb 2022HANSARDSue Gray ReportThis afternoon we have heard distraction, deflection and confusion, and we cannot even get an answer to the simplest of questions about whether the full report will be published…31 Jan 2022HANSARDBusiness of the HouseLast week I raised with the Leader of the House issues relating to war pensions and the armed forces compensation scheme, and I thank him for his actions in support of the points…27 Jan 2022HANSARDElections Bill: CostsI thank the hon. Gentleman for his answer. Scottish National party Members have raised moral and democratic concerns about the Elections Bill many times, but those concerns are…27 Jan 2022HANSARDElections Bill: Costs8. What estimate the Committee has made of the potential cost of implementing the Elections Bill’s proposed changes to the administration and conduct of elections.27 Jan 2022HANSARDBalance of Trade with Great Britain and the EUExports from Great Britain to the Republic of Ireland have crashed by more than 20% since Brexit, costing the GB economy more than £3 billion. Meanwhile, Northern Irish exports to…26 Jan 2022HANSARDBalance of Trade with Great Britain and the EU4. What recent assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of trends in the balance of trade between Northern Ireland and (a) Great Britain and (b) the EU.26 Jan 2022HANSARDCost of Living Increasesclaimed to move the closure (Standing Order No. 36). Question put forthwith, That the Question be now put. Question agreed to. Main question accordingly put.24 Jan 2022HANSARDCost of Living IncreasesOn a point of order, Mr Deputy Speaker, I beg your forgiveness—I am not an expert in “Erskine May”—but I understand that if a Member resumes their seat without an intervention,…24 Jan 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseMy constituent Garry McDermott has been trying to resolve issues with his war pension for a decade, having sent crucial documents to the Ministry of Defence 50 times, but they…20 Jan 2022HANSARD Reducing Costs for BusinessesWe have heard from Members already this afternoon about many of the issues raised in the motion. I particularly welcome the fact that it talks about flexibility in repaying some…11 Jan 2022HANSARDSupport for Businesses4. What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on support for businesses in Wales.05 Jan 2022HANSARDSupport for BusinessesThe Federation of Small Businesses has warned that only a quarter of its members are ready for the new Brexit import controls, and that many will simply abandon trading with the…05 Jan 2022HANSARDCovid-19: Government Support for BusinessWhile it is important that we have a swift health response, it is equally important that we have a swift financial response to support that health response in tackling the impact…16 Dec 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseI join the shadow Leader of the House and the Leader of the House in sending Christmas wishes to all staff of the House, all Members and, in particular, my team in Midlothian and…16 Dec 2021HANSARDAsylum Seeker Accommodation: RAF ManstonOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. In response to my hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow South West (Chris Stephens), the Minister suggested that there was a good level of…15 Dec 2021HANSARD Professional Qualifications Bill [Lords]May I start by outlining that although the Scottish National party is not against the principles of the Bill, we cannot support it as it stands? I am not looking to divide the…15 Dec 2021HANSARDDowning Street Christmas Parties InvestigationOver the period of the pandemic, people have been unable to have office Christmas “gatherings”, children’s birthday “gatherings” or any other type of annual “gatherings” that they…09 Dec 2021HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe Leader of the House will know that on a number of occasions I have asked him questions on transparency. Today, I want to ask him from a slightly different angle. I recognise…09 Dec 2021HANSARDBusiness of the Houseindicated assent .09 Dec 2021