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HANSARDPalestinian Authority Prime Minister VisitI welcome the significant strengthening of ties between the UK and the Palestinian Authority, not just in trade and extra funding from the UK, but because, as the Foreign…29 Apr 2025HANSARDKashmir: Increasing TensionMy constituents, particularly those from the Kashmiri and Pakistani communities, strongly condemn this terrorist atrocity in Pahalgam. They are also worried about India’s…29 Apr 2025HANSARD Child Rape GangsOn Friday, in Rochdale, I met Jayne Ward and her colleagues from St Mary’s sexual assault referral centre in Manchester, which is staffed by former police officers, nurses and…28 Apr 2025HANSARDFootball Governance Bill [Lords]I welcome Bury FC’s revival, not least because Rochdale FC can now beat them in the local derby. On Saturday, I was at Spotland to see Rochdale clinch a play-off place for the…28 Apr 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI know the Leader of the House has a sweet tooth, so she may be disappointed that she missed out on the very first chocolate festival held by The Oxford pub in Shawclough over the…24 Apr 2025HANSARD Tackling Child Sexual AbuseI welcome today’s action plan. I particularly welcome the creation of a new child protection authority and the doubling of funding for groups who are helping survivors and victims…08 Apr 2025HANSARDTax Evasion1. What steps she is taking to help tackle tax evasion.08 Apr 2025HANSARDTax EvasionThe UK tax gap grew by a shocking £5 billion in 2023, in the dying days of the Conservatives, and former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi was sacked for failing to declare an…08 Apr 2025HANSARD Israel: Refusal of Entry for UK ParliamentariansThis whole House was and remains united in its condemnation of the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israel on 7 October and their disgusting treatment of the hostages ever since, but…07 Apr 2025HANSARDRugby LeagueRochdale Hornets have had a winning start to their league season—a spicy performance no doubt linked to our new partnership with Nando’s restaurants. Mr Speaker, if you get a…03 Apr 2025HANSARDRugby League1. What steps her Department is taking to help promote rugby league.03 Apr 2025HANSARDGaza: Israeli Military OperationsThe Hostages and Missing Families Forum in Israel said this morning that it was horrified to wake up to the news of the expanded military operation, and that is because it knows…02 Apr 2025HANSARDSentencing Council GuidelinesWhatever their ethnic background, my constituents in Rochdale are united in supporting the ancient British principle of equality under the law. I welcome what the Justice…01 Apr 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and GirlsAt last week’s annual police awards held by the Rochdale district of Greater Manchester police, the unsung hero award went to Jayne Ward, who is a sexual assault adviser, for her…31 Mar 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThis past month, members of the Valley Thai boxing club in Whitworth, Rochdale, have been representing team GB in Bangkok in the world Muay Thai boxing championships. They have…27 Mar 2025HANSARD PIP Changes: Impact on Carer’s AllowanceMany of my constituents will welcome the reforms to get more people off benefits and into work. Many recognise the urgent need to make our welfare system more sustainable, but…27 Mar 2025HANSARD Planning and Infrastructure BillI welcome the £2 billion in extra money for social homes being announced today and the 150 new nationally significant infrastructure projects for which the Bill will pave the way.…24 Mar 2025HANSARDMilitary Aid to UkraineRochdale’s Ukrainian community is fervently proud of what the Prime Minister has done in recent weeks, and not just on the diplomatic front but with the record support for Ukraine…24 Mar 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMay I pass on my own personal condolences to the shadow Leader of the House? He and I have known each other ever since he entered this House. He made a fitting and moving tribute…20 Mar 2025HANSARDFly-tipping1. What steps he is taking to help tackle fly-tipping.20 Mar 2025