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HANSARD Cadet ForcesMy hon. Friend speaks with great weight on this topic as the Chair of the Defence Committee. In that role, it is important that he recognises the huge contribution of not only our…29 Jan 2025HANSARD Cadet ForcesI really welcome that intervention, which demonstrates the role that the cadets play in every corner of the United Kingdom and shows how important it is that opportunities for…29 Jan 2025HANSARDAirport ExpansionI could not agree more with the Minister when he points out that any airport expansion has to be part of the overall picture of upgrading Britain’s broken transport networks.…28 Jan 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT2. What support has the Ministry of Justice put in place for those serving indeterminate sentences for public protection, especially where they have additional needs?28 Jan 2025HANSARDServicing Government DebtThe International Monetary Fund forecasts that the UK is set to be the fastest-growing major economy in Europe, which one would have thought Conservative Members would welcome. I…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionI warmly welcome the deposit return scheme; it would have been fantastic if it had been delivered many years ago, as had been promised. On the wider issue of litter affecting our…21 Jan 2025HANSARDCommunity Engagement Principles and Extremism DefinitionMembers across the House will know how important community engagement is to building strong communities, and that working together with those whose views we may not share but can…21 Jan 2025HANSARDObesity: Food and DietDoes my hon. Friend agree that it is important, when there is such a strong correlation between child poverty and child obesity, that we tackle not only the food systems leading…20 Jan 2025HANSARDUK-Ukraine 100-year PartnershipThe Ukrainian defence and tech sectors have proven themselves resilient and innovative under the harsh pressure of war. Will the Foreign Secretary say a bit more about how, under…20 Jan 2025HANSARD Child Sexual Exploitation and AbuseA number of constituents have contacted me on this serious issue, and I have made it clear that I would welcome any further inquiry that is able to command the support of experts…16 Jan 2025HANSARDMiddle EastThe Foreign Secretary is right when he recognises that this ceasefire, although fragile, offers a real glimmer of hope. He is also right to emphasise the need to go further to…16 Jan 2025HANSARDRivers, Lakes and Seas: Water QualityI will come to just that point shortly. The rain we saw earlier this month is another reminder of the problems we are facing. It led to another bout of sewage dumping in my…15 Jan 2025HANSARDPublic Services3. What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on improving public services.15 Jan 2025HANSARDPublic ServicesIntegrated education is an essential part of reconciliation, so does the Minister share my disappointment at the Northern Ireland Education Minister’s decision last week to reject…15 Jan 2025HANSARDRivers, Lakes and Seas: Water QualityThe hon. Member mentions the monitoring of overflows. Will he put on record for the House how many emergency overflows were being monitored under his Government?15 Jan 2025HANSARDRivers, Lakes and Seas: Water QualityIt is an honour to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Dowd. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Monmouthshire (Catherine Fookes) for bringing forward this important debate. In…15 Jan 2025HANSARDIllegal Migration: Diplomatic StepsThe proposed sanctions on people smugglers are a world first, designed to deter and disrupt those vile criminals and the supply chain that enables them. Does my right hon. Friend…14 Jan 2025HANSARDIllegal Migration: Diplomatic Steps13. What diplomatic steps he is taking with international partners to help tackle illegal migration to the UK.14 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillOn children’s welfare and making sure that children start the school day in the best position to learn, I thank my right hon. Friend for bringing forward plans for breakfast…08 Jan 2025HANSARD Road SafetyDoes my hon. Friend agree that, too often, an accident waiting to happen has been forced to become an accident that has happened before action is taken, and that when communities…07 Jan 2025