Contributions
2,176 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDInternational Workers with STEM QualificationsThis is an important area in developing global talent and making sure that we, as a country, are attractive and can become the science superpower that we aspire to be. The chief…22 Nov 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI will write to the hon. and learned Lady and tell her what the overall position is across Government.22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsFirst, I apologise to the right hon. Member for Leeds Central (Hilary Benn), because he did ask specifically about negotiations. There are a range of negotiations taking place,…22 Nov 2021HANSARDAsylum Seekers: Hotel AccommodationWe on the Conservative side of the House will take no lectures on bypassing democracy or local councils. For the record, 31 local authorities out of 32 in Scotland have refused to…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsIt is self-evident. I do not want to enter the confused politics of the Labour party when it comes to migration, ending free movement and all of that, because Labour has…22 Nov 2021HANSARDAsylum Seekers: Hotel AccommodationMy right hon. Friend is absolutely right in her comments. Through changes linked to the new plan for immigration we will end the use of hotel accommodation for asylum seekers,…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsIt is important to say that all operational work—with Border Force and the maritime tactics team—is based on Government legal advice. Extensive legal advice has been taken on the…22 Nov 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsAbsolutely, and that is why we are pressing ahead with the inquiry on this particular basis. Let me say to all colleagues throughout the House that throughout all the discussions,…22 Nov 2021HANSARDInternational Workers with STEM QualificationsAttracting international talent is a key component of our global, points-based immigration system, delivered as we promised the British public at the 2019 election. This system is…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsMy hon. Friend has raised some important points. He asked about the discussions taking place with France, Belgium and Germany. There are plenty of discussions. In the past two…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsI know that this is a statement of the obvious, but many EU countries, including France, are safe countries, which is why not only the British Government, but other Governments…22 Nov 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe have always been clear about support for domestic abuse victims. The right hon. Lady will recognise that in the landmark Domestic Abuse Act 2021, the work done in both Houses…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsLet me reassure my hon. Friend that screening takes place, as does interviewing and questioning of everyone who enters our country illegally. So let me be very clear about that.…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsI thank the right hon. Gentleman for his question because it is important to recognise that Dublin was not effective and did not work, and the people who have been removed to…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsI say to my right hon. Friend that there is no lack of iron and no lack of will when it comes to the resolution and determination of myself, the Home Office and Ministers across…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsI disagree with the hon. Gentleman’s overall tone. This is a lively debate for a range of reasons, and there are very serious and important issues at stake. The Government are…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsThis is an important question. My hon. Friend raises important points around the age verification of illegal migrants who pose as children. That poses wider security and…22 Nov 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy right hon. Friend makes an important point. That is why the legislation has been put together in conjunction with the Ministry of Justice, which has an important role in…22 Nov 2021HANSARDChannel Crossings in Small BoatsAbsolutely right. The answer is of course yes. Pressing the moral and humanitarian case, and breaking up the criminal networks, is exactly what this is all about. The gangs and…22 Nov 2021HANSARDAsylum Seekers: Hotel AccommodationThe answer to the hon. Gentleman’s question is, of course, because local authorities around the country, and particularly in Scotland, have not played their part in helping with…22 Nov 2021