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HANSARDNationality and Borders BillThe British people have had enough of being told that none of these issues matter. They have had enough of being told that it is racist even to think about addressing public…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI shall go on to refer specifically to the time it takes to process cases, but the right hon. Gentleman will also be familiar with the number of appeals involved. This is not just…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI thank the right hon. Lady for her question. In relation to the initial decision making—this point is absolutely in our new plan for immigration—we are looking not just at…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillNo, I am giving way to the hon. Member for Strangford (Jim Shannon), who has been waiting patiently.19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI will shortly, but I am going to make a bit of progress. It is important to reflect on the fact that when it comes to reforming the immigration system and tackling many of these…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI will give way shortly, but I want to make progress first. The Opposition argue that it is wrong to deport murderers, rapists and dangerous criminals— [ Interruption. ] It is a…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI will give way shortly. Our plan will increase the fairness of our system so that we can better protect those who are in need of genuine asylum. That is absolutely right, and it…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI thank my right hon. Friend for making that point, which the Labour party should also recognise. A little earlier, the hon. Member for Hove (Peter Kyle) said, “In 11 years, what…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillIn fact, the taxpayer will be saving money in the long run. We already spend over £1 billion a year on dealing with the failed and broken asylum system. If the hon. Gentleman has…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI will.19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI thank my right hon. Friend for his question and for his observation. There are a range of aspects, certainly through this Bill, that we are seeking to address in order to make…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillNo, I will not. For years, people have risked their lives to enter our country, such as those crossing the channel in dangerous boats to claim asylum. [ Interruption. ] I have…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillMy right hon. Friend is absolutely right. There are many ways in which we can address this problem, and creating safe and legal routes, which are in the Bill and are something I…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. I will shortly address some of these wider issues, but obviously, along with our work on safe and legal routes, we have to provide the…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNationality and Borders BillNo, I will not give way. Since 2015, more than 25,000 refugees have been resettled in the UK from regions of conflict under formal schemes, more than in any other European…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNational Crime Agency: Crime Reduction Function InspectionThe National Crime Agency (NCA) leads the fight against serious and organised crime. It has the power to task other law enforcement partners and a capability, with local to…13 Jul 2021HANSARDViolence Against Women and GirlsThe hon. Lady is absolutely right. First and foremost, there should be no aspect of anybody ignoring these cases whatsoever, particularly from a policing perspective. She has…12 Jul 2021HANSARDViolence Against Women and GirlsFirst, I am appalled and very sorry to hear of the offence—the sexual assault—that took place outside my hon. Friend’s constituency office. There is a range of work taking place…12 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy right hon. Friend is absolutely right. First and foremost, it is always important to recognise and understand the strength of feeling around this issue. I pay tribute to…12 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am very happy to write to the hon. Gentleman about the specifics of his question; I do not have that detail in front of me right now. Throughout the application process, the…12 Jul 2021