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HANSARDAstraZenecaInvestment in highly paid industries producing good-quality research and development, and the spin-offs from that, are, of course, important to the economy and to long-term…03 Feb 2025HANSARDGrowing the UK EconomyAs I listened to the Chief Secretary declare that this is all about putting our country on a new path towards a brighter future, I was reminded of a wee song that we used to sing…29 Jan 2025HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian SituationWe welcome the release of the hostages, though for eight families it will be a sad day as they realise that their loved ones were murdered in captivity. Israel has taken…28 Jan 2025HANSARDAirport ExpansionI welcome the support the Minister has given to the Chancellor today. He has made it quite clear, if the speculation turns into reality, where he will stand on the issue. That is…28 Jan 2025HANSARD Storm ÉowynFirst, I thank the many workers who have worked tirelessly in treacherous conditions to restore power. I watched them on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Equally, I give sincere…27 Jan 2025HANSARDEconomic GrowthDevastating changes to inheritance tax, increased environmental costs because of net zero policies, and diversion of farming support to foreign countries—with those kinds of…21 Jan 2025HANSARDUK-Ukraine 100-year PartnershipThe scores of Ukrainians living in my constituency will be very happy to hear today’s statement, because they are fearful about their future due to the length of time that the war…20 Jan 2025HANSARDSupply of Goods: EU RegulationsAs a result of those EU regulations, thousands of consumers in Northern Ireland are denied goods from Great Britain, and rather than adapt, businesses in GB have simply abandoned…15 Jan 2025HANSARDSupply of Goods: EU Regulations6. What steps he has taken with Cabinet colleagues to prevent disruption to the supply of goods to Northern Ireland from Great Britain since the introduction of the EU general…15 Jan 2025HANSARDSyria: Religious MinoritiesMinorities can be protected only if there is stable and representative government in Syria. This morning I met some members of the Syrian Democratic Council who are concerned that…14 Jan 2025HANSARDGas Storage LevelsDid the Minister assume that after the Government had robbed pensioners of the winter fuel allowance, gas consumption would go down, or are this Government so obsessed with their…13 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillI am sure that all Members of the House share the right hon. Lady’s objective of ensuring that children get the best education and have the best educational outcomes possible, but…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillFirst, supporting the amendment does not wreck the Bill. [ Interruption. ] Secondly, there is a misconception that if we do not support the Bill, no action will be taken. There is…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillVery little of the Bill applies to Northern Ireland other than clause 56, so perhaps when she sums up the debate, the Minister will explain what legislation will be subject to…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillThe hon. Member is absolutely right. Of course, we will be, and have been, accused of having our own political agenda, wanting to stir up racism, marching to Musk’s drum and…08 Jan 2025HANSARDChild Sexual Exploitation and AbuseI welcome the measures that the Home Secretary has announced today on mandatory reporting, on grooming being an aggravating factor, and on the better use of data, but the fact…06 Jan 2025HANSARDPost Office Redress and FundingI welcome the Minister’s statement, but does he recognise the frustration that many, many sub-postmasters still experience? We put legislation through this place months ago on the…18 Dec 2024HANSARDWomen’s State Pension Age Communication: PHSO ReportHow long will we have this Government giving the excuse that they cannot do things because the last lot did not do them? Will the Secretary of State remember that she is now in…17 Dec 2024HANSARDNational Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) BillI am pleased to hear it. I certainly do not read The Guardian , and I certainly do not share the view, held by some of its readers, that we should pay more taxes. In closing, the…17 Dec 2024HANSARDNational Insurance Contributions (Secondary Class 1 Contributions) BillThe outcome of the debate is of course inevitable: we know that when we go through the Lobby, we will be smashed by the overwhelming strength on the Government side, not because…17 Dec 2024