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HANSARDAutumn Statement ResolutionsI do not know if I am allowed to repeat the verb that the hon. Member used—perhaps we should make it “persuade” the public, rather than “deceive” them, which I do not think we are…23 Nov 2023HANSARDAutumn Statement ResolutionsThe hon. Gentleman mentioned the need for further investment in the NHS, which we on the SNP Benches would certainly support, but can he confirm the words of the shadow Health…23 Nov 2023HANSARDAutumn Statement ResolutionsAs with any major political announcement, the Government clearly had a whole series of long-term and short-term objectives for the autumn statement. I am pleased to confirm that…23 Nov 2023HANSARDPublic Services: Budgetary ConstraintsWhoever is responsible for the current stalemate in Northern Ireland, it is not young people in the country’s schools. My hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow South West (Chris…22 Nov 2023HANSARDPublic Services: Budgetary Constraints9. What discussions he has had with the Administration in Northern Ireland on the potential impact of budgetary constraints on the delivery of public services in Northern Ireland.22 Nov 2023HANSARDLevelling UpSome Members may have an advantage on me in that they have seen the details of the allocation, which I have been handed just this second, so I will give a completely…20 Nov 2023HANSARD UK Sanctions Regime: Russia and BelarusI thank the Minister for his answer. The SNP welcomes the extension of sanctions against the Russian regime, but we still think more needs to be done. For example, are there any…09 Nov 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseThis week, after three years of threatening journalists at The Guardian and elsewhere with legal action, wealthy business tycoons Douglas Barrowman and Michelle Mone finally…09 Nov 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT9. Can the Minister confirm that although HS2—or maybe HS1- and-a-quarter—is going no further than Birmingham, the HS2 trains will continue to run on the west coast main line? Is…26 Oct 2023HANSARDAfghan Resettlement20. What recent discussions he has held with Cabinet colleagues on supporting Afghan people who have been resettled in the UK to access independent accommodation.07 Sept 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe forthcoming by-election in Rutherglen and Hamilton West will be the first in Scotland under the new requirement for voter identification. We know that thousands of voters in…07 Sept 2023HANSARDAfghan ResettlementI record my admiration for, and thank, the many public and voluntary agencies and individuals in Fife for the dedication and compassion that they have shown to the Afghans they…07 Sept 2023HANSARD Non-disclosure Agreements in the WorkplaceI commend the right hon. Lady on an outstanding speech; I have no doubt that the rest will be equally outstanding. Does she agree that it is utterly hypocritical for the owners of…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Non-disclosure Agreements in the WorkplaceOn the question of protecting repeat offenders, does the hon. Member see the massive injustice in this? A victim who speaks out is likely to be denied employment opportunities for…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Non-disclosure Agreements in the WorkplaceI was almost tempted to say to the hon. Lady, “Just carry on, and I won’t bother summing up.” I do not think that I have ever seen agreement among so many speakers in a debate,…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Non-disclosure Agreements in the WorkplaceWhen I write my memoirs after I retire in a year or so, I will make sure to point out the time I got an honourable mention in dispatches by no less a person than the Mother of the…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Non-disclosure Agreements in the WorkplaceWe all understand that an NDA cannot prevent an employee or an ex-employee from making certain kinds of disclosures, but that is no good if the former employee does not know that.…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Local Bank Branch ClosuresOn the question of the additional distance to travel, may I flag up the experience of my constituents in Buckhaven when TSB closed a branch there a few years ago? It very kindly…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Local Bank Branch ClosuresGiven that the Minister and most of his ministerial colleagues are so fond of online services everywhere else, can he explain why in these first two days back in Parliament…05 Sept 2023HANSARD Public Sector PayI thank the Chief Secretary for an advance copy of his statement. It was noticeable that in his initial statement he did not mention the fact that the British economy has been at…13 Jul 2023