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HANSARDTopical QuestionsIf she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.12 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI welcome the measures set out in the Nationality and Borders Bill, and the Home Secretary’s ongoing commitment to finally getting a grip of our borders and stemming the flow of…12 Jul 2021HANSARDBusiness of the HouseI am sure that my right hon. Friend watched the England game yesterday evening and will join me in congratulating the team on their fantastic victory and in wishing them success…08 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI was pleased to see the Elections Bill introduced to the House earlier this week. Like many of those who voted in 2016 to leave the European Union, I was concerned by the actions…08 Jul 2021HANSARD UK Casino IndustryMy hon. Friend makes a very valid point. Of course, many people will be concerned about some of the Gambling Commission’s proposals on affordability and the extent to which they…07 Jul 2021HANSARD UK Casino IndustryThank you, Mr Mundell. Legislation fit for the modern-day customer would also enable casinos to offer a wider range of casino games via electronic terminals. That would allow…07 Jul 2021HANSARD UK Casino IndustryAbsolutely. I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his valid points. I hope that, as part of the review that is ongoing, those points can be addressed. Over the last 14 years or so,…07 Jul 2021HANSARD UK Casino IndustryI beg to move, That this House has considered the UK casino industry. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Mundell. Before I begin, I refer the House to my…07 Jul 2021HANSARD UK Casino IndustryThe hon. Gentleman makes a valid contribution. I am sure that many people across the country share such concerns. I have visited a number of casinos, including the ones in my…07 Jul 2021HANSARDDefence Industry EmploymentWhat steps his Department is taking to support employment in the defence industry throughout the UK.05 Jul 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe residents of Blackpool are sick and tired of seeing the images of illegal immigrants crossing the English channel on a daily basis. While the legislation proposed by the Home…05 Jul 2021HANSARDDefence Industry EmploymentI was delighted to see that last week His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge cut the steel for HMS Belfast, the third ship in the Royal Navy’s fleet of next-generation Type 26…05 Jul 2021HANSARDBusiness of the HouseRecently, I joined my local police for a series of visits around Blackpool. I was travelling in a car with PC Jeff Blincow and Sergeant Helen McLaren when we spotted a man…01 Jul 2021HANSARDPolitical Neutrality in Positions of FaithWhat discussions he has had with representatives of the Church in Wales on political neutrality in positions of faith.30 Jun 2021HANSARDPolitical Neutrality in Positions of FaithI am very supportive of the actions taken by the Secretary of State involving the Bishop of St Davids, but does he agree that this issue of intolerance towards those who hold…30 Jun 2021HANSARD Loss of Secret DocumentsThe success of all security processes clearly lies with the people who implement them. Is the Minister able to outline what document security training is undertaken at the MOD,…28 Jun 2021HANSARDSecurity of Ministers’ Offices and CommunicationsIs the Minister able to reassure the House that, in considering the findings of the Department of Health and Social Care’s own internal investigation into this matter, she will…28 Jun 2021HANSARD Social Care ReformResidents in Blackpool spend a higher percentage of their income on council tax than those anywhere else in the whole country. Although allowing councils to implement the social…23 Jun 2021HANSARDEvents Research ProgrammeThanks to the brilliant events research programme, thousands of people have been able to enjoy events including the FA cup final and Euro 2020 fixtures at Wembley. Following the…22 Jun 2021HANSARD Economy UpdateNobody in this House, or indeed in Blackpool South, wanted to see a pause in our road map of easing restrictions. Does my right hon. Friend the Chief Secretary to the Treasury…16 Jun 2021