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HANSARDLocal Elections: CancellationLast year, a junior Housing Minister, the hon. Member for Peckham (Miatta Fahnbulleh), stood at the Dispatch Box and said that “local council elections are happening in 2026. We…19 Jan 2026HANSARD Iran: ProtestsGiven the horrific scenes of pro-democracy protesters being attacked by the police in London over the weekend, what steps will the Minister take to ensure that peaceful protest…19 Jan 2026HANSARD Digital IDDoes the Minister accept that announcing mandatory digital ID, only to then retreat to voluntary digital ID, has merely created an expensive and chaotic shambles? Will he rule out…15 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Powerhouse RailAs a north-west MP, I of course welcome all efforts to improve connectivity across the north for my constituents, but the devil is always in the detail. I have looked at the…14 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Powerhouse RailYes, I do withdraw that. I am sorry. I apologise. However— [ Interruption. ]14 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Powerhouse RailNo, we haven’t. That’s a lie! [ Interruption. ]14 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Powerhouse RailOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. I believe that the Secretary of State has inadvertently misled the House on Reform’s voting record. We have always supported more…14 Jan 2026HANSARD IranWe join the Foreign Secretary in her support for the brave Iranian protesters standing up against this brutal regime. Will she confirm that if the United States does take targeted…13 Jan 2026HANSARDSocial Media: Non-consensual Sexual DeepfakesGiven the devastating harm caused by non-consensual sexual deepfakes and the reality that the Online Safety Act is ineffective against international social media platforms, how…12 Jan 2026HANSARDPublic Transport: Runcorn and HelsbyI thank the Minister for her response. Given that the 2016 funding agreement for the construction and operation of the Mersey Gateway bridge requires a review of the tolling…08 Jan 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseWhile Reform UK welcomed the Foreign Secretary’s update to the House on Monday regarding el-Fattah, will the Government give consideration to allocating time for debate on my…08 Jan 2026HANSARDPublic Transport: Runcorn and Helsby17. What recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of public transport services in the Runcorn and Helsby constituency.08 Jan 2026HANSARDSupport for VeteransDoes the Secretary of State agree with the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner that the troubles Bill treats our brave veterans more harshly than terrorists?07 Jan 2026HANSARDSupport for Veterans12. What steps he is taking to support Northern Ireland veterans.07 Jan 2026HANSARDHMP Leyhill: Offender AbscondmentsWhat steps are being taken to ensure that prisons are adequately staffed with properly trained and equipped guards, and that IT systems receive long-overdue updates, to ensure…05 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsDoes the Home Secretary agree that British citizens should be prioritised over asylum seekers in the allocation of publicly funded housing under the £100 million pilot scheme?05 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles Bill: Armed Forces Recruitment and RetentionWith the risk of future prosecutions for simply following orders, would the Minister join the British Army today if he was a young man again making a career choice?05 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles: Legacy and ReconciliationYesterday, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton highlighted the need to recruit people to our armed forces to protect this nation. How does the Secretary of State expect to do…17 Dec 2025HANSARDPuberty Suppressants TrialA survey published today by Transgender Trend shows overwhelming public support for non-intrusive medical approaches for under-16s with gender dysmorphia. The public want this…17 Dec 2025HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles: Operation KenovaThis report covers the activities of one informer within the higher echelons of the Provisional IRA, but does the Secretary of State agree that there is a risk that the findings…09 Dec 2025