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HANSARDTackling HIV and AIDS2. What progress his Department has made on tackling HIV and AIDS globally.25 Feb 2025HANSARDTackling HIV and AIDSThe Minister is aware that PEPFAR—the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief—is the largest and most successful global health programme and has saved 25 million lives. It…25 Feb 2025HANSARDUkraineOnline propaganda from the Kremlin has become a disturbing reality. Social media, especially platforms such as Facebook and X, have been flooded with the claim that Ukraine is…24 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseYesterday, I hosted “Taste of Colne Valley”, at which we celebrated the rich diversity of local businesses, featuring J Brindon Addy butchers, Zapato Brewing, Longley Farm and…13 Feb 2025HANSARDHIV Testing WeekIt is a pleasure to serve with you in the Chair, Dr Allin-Khan. I will certainly try to keep to three and a half minutes. As we mark National HIV Testing Week, we unite to promote…13 Feb 2025HANSARDNational Cancer PlanI thank the Minister for his statement. Since my election, I have met a wide range of cancer charities, especially those representing rare and less common cancers. As the Minister…04 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am delighted about the recent announcement at the creative industries growth summit of new funding for West Yorkshire. This funding will enable local leaders to address the…30 Jan 2025HANSARDSupport for Female OffendersThere are more than 3,000 women prisoners in England and Wales—a number that the Ministry of Justice projects will rise to 4,200 by November 2027. Like many, I welcome the newly…28 Jan 2025HANSARDSupport for Female Offenders13. What steps her Department is taking to support female offenders.28 Jan 2025HANSARDReading in SchoolsAccording to the Libraries for Primaries campaign, one in seven state primary schools in the UK lacks a dedicated library or reading space, and that figure rises to one in four in…27 Jan 2025HANSARDReading in Schools3. What steps her Department is taking to encourage reading in schools.27 Jan 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ10. In 2016, I was diagnosed with colon cancer and had excellent treatment at Huddersfield royal infirmary. I was one of the lucky ones, because after 2015 the Tory Government…22 Jan 2025HANSARDGrassroots SportsI recently met the Football Foundation, which is dedicated to transforming grassroots football in England by funding and developing community facilities. Its work includes…16 Jan 2025HANSARDGrassroots Sports8. What steps her Department is taking to support grassroots sport.16 Jan 2025HANSARDNon-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) BillI am pleased to speak in favour of the Bill, which is a significant piece of legislation that aims to reform the non-domestic rating system in England. I welcome the Bill’s…15 Jan 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. For 14 years, many military families have endured substandard housing with issues like damp and mould. They deserve better. Does the Minister agree that quality service…06 Jan 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMay I ask the Leader of the House for a debate on rural crime in Government time?12 Dec 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseRural communities often feel neglected when it comes to crime. House of Commons Library research shows a 32% rise in rural crime since 2011, compared with 24% in urban areas. That…12 Dec 2024HANSARDPrisoner RehabilitationThe UK faces a major labour shortage that is costing billions of pounds annually. Lacking prospects, many ex-prisoners return to a life of crime. Enhancing prisoner literacy and…10 Dec 2024HANSARDPrisoner Rehabilitation4. What steps she is taking to equip prisoners with the skills they need to support their rehabilitation.10 Dec 2024