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HANSARD Legal Advice: ProrogationDoes the Attorney General agree with the view of the overwhelming majority of my constituents that the continued delay in delivering on the result of the referendum by 31 October…25 Sept 2019HANSARD Business of the HouseHospital Radio Medway has raised a real concern about hospital radio stations being able to get appropriate licensing from Ofcom, which is preventing patients from accessing radio…05 Sept 2019HANSARDPriorities for GovernmentI very much welcome the Prime Minister to his place, and welcome his commitment to making religious freedom a key priority. That being the case, given that he supported the…25 Jul 2019HANSARDPersecution of Christians OverseasI completely agree with the hon. Lady when she says this is about ensuring that people can practise their faith, whatever it may be. As somebody who comes from a Muslim faith and…18 Jul 2019HANSARDPersecution of Christians OverseasI welcome what my hon. Friend is saying. He mentioned the issue of Asia Bibi and Pakistan. Many in this House have said from the very beginning of that case that Asia was being…18 Jul 2019HANSARDPersecution of Christians OverseasMy hon. Friend has put forward a concerning picture from around the world. On addressing that challenge, does he agree with the former Bishop of Rochester, Bishop Michael…18 Jul 2019HANSARDIran Nuclear DealPutting aside whether the nuclear deal should be dealt with separately from or in conjunction with Iran’s aggressive behaviour in the wider region, my specific question to the…08 May 2019HANSARDEngagementsI know the Prime Minister will welcome the news that Asia Bibi, who was persecuted for her faith, is on her way to Canada, which has offered her sanctuary. I think everyone wants…08 May 2019HANSARDBusiness: Start and GrowthTo be the best place to grow and start a business means having consistent rules and regulations. My brilliant local Medway Licensed Taxi Drivers Association has raised a real…30 Apr 2019HANSARD European CouncilParagraph 10 of the conclusion says that further extension “cannot be allowed to undermine the regular functioning of the…institutions.” Prime Minister, that is exactly what would…11 Apr 2019HANSARDUnited Kingdom’s Withdrawal from the European UnionOthers have said that there is a cynical reason for people moving their position. I resigned in November from all Government and party positions when I saw the legal risk of the…29 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Government have a fantastic track record on improving standards for animals. In 2015, the compulsory microchipping of dogs was brought in. However, there is an anomaly: there…28 Mar 2019HANSARDHealth Inequalities: Life ExpectancyMedway has some of the highest health inequalities in the country. As the Minister rightly says, high inequalities are linked to a greater chance of a stroke. Despite that, the…26 Mar 2019HANSARDTrade and Investment: Switzerland1. What recent discussions he has had with his Swiss counterpart on trade and investment.14 Mar 2019HANSARDTrade and Investment: SwitzerlandI thank the Secretary of State for that answer. Recently we had the brilliant ambassador for Switzerland, Ambassador Fasel, visit my constituency looking at the potential for…14 Mar 2019HANSARDShamima Begum and Other CasesThe Home Secretary knows I have immense respect for him, but I disagree with his judgment on this case. He has just said that he is working closely with international partners and…11 Mar 2019HANSARDSyriaI very much welcome the statement by the Minister, for whom I have great respect and admiration. The Russian Government, supported by the Iranian militias, have been successful in…11 Mar 2019HANSARDCommonwealth DayI very much welcome what the Minister has said, and I wish everyone a happy Commonwealth Day. She mentioned cricket—many things bring happiness to us in the Commonwealth, and one…11 Mar 2019HANSARDInfrastructure Funding: Medway and KentMedway Council’s £170 million housing infrastructure bid will have a significant impact on the unlocking of regeneration in the Thames estuary, providing the extra much-needed…05 Mar 2019HANSARDInfrastructure Funding: Medway and Kent9. What steps he is taking to allocate funding for infrastructure in (a) Medway and (b) Kent.05 Mar 2019