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HANSARDHuman Rights Abuses[Inaudible] —facing harassment and imprisonment without due cause since the special status of Jammu and Kashmir was revoked by India. The United Kingdom proudly stands for freedom…20 Jul 2021HANSARD Covid-19 UpdateWe cannot ignore the slight reduction in vaccine uptake in the past couple of weeks, which is in spite of the fantastic work being done across Keighley and Ilkley to deal with…19 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsLocal post offices play a vital part in keeping our high streets vibrant and our communities thriving. That is why I am deeply disappointed that, without undertaking a prior…19 Jul 2021HANSARDNHS EstateWhat steps he is taking to improve the infrastructure of the NHS estate.13 Jul 2021HANSARDNHS EstateSome 83% of the Airedale hospital in my constituency is built from aerated concrete, with the building containing 50,000 aerated concrete panels in its construction, which is five…13 Jul 2021HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateI welcome my right hon. Friend’s statement. Last week, I heard from a self-employed small business owner in my constituency of Keighley and Ilkley who has been told to…12 Jul 2021HANSARDTrans-Pennine RailwayOn that point, I really emphasise my support for having a station stop in Bradford, because of the absolute benefits it would have for my constituency of Keighley; as the MP for a…30 Jun 2021HANSARD Covid-19: Impact on Attendance in Education SettingsAs my right hon. Friend will be aware, in Keighley and Ilkley, we have been subject to restrictions since the pandemic began, whether under the local or regional approach. There…30 Jun 2021HANSARDGrouse ShootingIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Ms McDonagh. Thank you for giving me permission to be excused at the start of the debate—I was in the main Chamber speaking on a…21 Jun 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseMany of my constituents who live in Silsden and Steeton have been waiting years for a pedestrian bridge to be built over the extremely busy A629 dual carriageway so that they can…17 Jun 2021HANSARD New Airedale HospitalI beg to move, That this House has considered a new Airedale Hospital. I am delighted to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Edward. I am grateful to Mr Speaker for granting this…15 Jun 2021HANSARD Covid-19 UpdateAs my right hon. Friend will be well aware, people in Keighley and Ilkley have never come out of some form of restrictions; in fact, in July last year, we went into some of the…14 Jun 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Airedale General Hospital celebrates its 51st birthday this year, despite having a life expectancy of 30 years when it was originally built and 83% of it being built from…08 Jun 2021HANSARD Dementia Action WeekIt is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Edinburgh West (Christine Jardine) and to have heard the rather moving story from my hon. Friend the Member for Redcar (Jacob…27 May 2021HANSARD Agricultural Exports from Australia: TariffsWithout doubt, farming is one of Britain’s finest industries, and we all want to ensure that British food production has the best opportunities available to it, so will my right…27 May 2021HANSARD Obesity Strategy 2020The challenge of obesity has of course been magnified by the last year’s events, and the evidence is clear, as ever, about the importance of having a healthy lifestyle and eating…27 May 2021HANSARD Environment BillIt is a real privilege to once again speak in this place to express my support for the Environment Bill. It was fantastic to have the opportunity to serve on the Bill Committee…26 May 2021HANSARD Criminal Justice Review: Response to RapeThe devastating impact on victims from rape, sexual exploitation, sexual violence and grooming is shattering and long-lasting, and every victim must feel able to come forward with…25 May 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs the Pensions Minister knows from when we visited Airedale Springs together last September, climate change is a major concern for many constituents of mine across Keighley and…17 May 2021HANSARDEmployment: Young PeopleAcross Keighley and Ilkley, businesses care passionately about giving young people the skills they need for a successful career, and these include Byworth Boilers, an excellent…17 May 2021