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HANSARDIncome tax (charge)I thank the hon. Member for his intervention. In Scotland we say, “Facts are cheils that winna ding.” The fact of the matter is that 900,000 additional children were lifted out of…31 Oct 2024HANSARDIncome tax (charge)Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker, for giving me the opportunity to speak about how this Budget is fixing the foundations of our economy, which could not be more important for my…31 Oct 2024HANSARDIncome tax (charge)I think the guilt should be felt by those on the Conservative Benches. The fact is that we have inherited a £22 billion black hole in the country’s finances, and that has been…31 Oct 2024HANSARDIncome tax (charge)Of course, because I have just mentioned the hon. Gentleman in my speech.31 Oct 2024HANSARD Remembrance and VeteransI welcome the Secretary of State to his place, and I am delighted that a fellow Scot has taken the role of Minister for Veterans and People. Scottish communities have played a…28 Oct 2024HANSARD Fiscal RulesWill my right hon. Friend confirm that as part of their fiscal strategy and within the fiscal rules, the Government will utilise the national wealth fund to lever in private…28 Oct 2024HANSARDScotland’s EconomyI thank my hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow East (John Grady) for securing this important debate on Scotland’s economy at such an important time. Scotland has a rich heritage in…15 Oct 2024HANSARDEnergy Industry10. What steps he is taking to support the energy industry in Scotland.04 Sept 2024HANSARDEnergy IndustryMy right hon. Friend will be aware that I have been working closely with Unite, GMB and local management at the Methil yard in my constituency during the restructuring process at…04 Sept 2024HANSARDImmigration and Home AffairsThank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, for allowing me the opportunity to give my maiden speech. It is a privilege to follow so many excellent maiden speeches in this important debate. I…23 Jul 2024