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HANSARDMigrationSenior police officers in my constituency tell me that the majority of the serious organised crime and the drugs trade in Blackpool is now orchestrated by Albanian gangs. Does the…16 Nov 2022HANSARD Northern Ireland ElectionsI can see why the Secretary of State is seeking to reduce the salaries of MLAs at the present time. However, he has opened a bit of a can of worms here. Does he not think it…09 Nov 2022HANSARDEngagementsQ13. Blackpool is due to benefit from a £300 million private sector-led regeneration project that will deliver thousands of new jobs for my constituents over the years ahead. To…09 Nov 2022HANSARDAsylum Seekers Accommodation and SafeguardingMy constituents are becoming sick and tired of this ridiculous narrative of economic migrants somehow being mistreated at Manston. The fact of the matter is that after a short…07 Nov 2022HANSARD Business of the HouseOver the last few months, I have been inundated with correspondence from constituents regarding retaining the triple lock. It is inconceivable that we would abandon our manifesto…03 Nov 2022HANSARD Police Service: HMI ReportIt is vital that lessons are learned, and I thank the Minister for confirming that the recommendations in the report will be delivered in full, but does he agree that 99.9% of our…03 Nov 2022HANSARDEngagementsQ12. Nearly 40,000 illegal immigrants have crossed the channel so far this year, landing taxpayers with a hotel bill of £5.6 million per day to accommodate them. Is it any wonder…02 Nov 2022HANSARD Avian InfluenzaI thank the Minister for his statement and for the actions his Department has already taken. Sadly, Blackpool has been affected by avian flu—40% of the swan population in Stanley…01 Nov 2022HANSARDWestern Jet Foil and Manston Asylum Processing CentresMay I welcome the Home Secretary back to her rightful place on the Front Bench? She has the support of the millions of Britons who are just hoping that one day we may finally get…31 Oct 2022HANSARD UK-India Trade DealI welcome the Government’s efforts to secure a free trade deal with India and the growth, jobs and investment that this will help to create. However, the Minister will be aware of…26 Oct 2022HANSARD Avanti West Coast Contract RenewalThe situation with Avanti has been intolerable for many months. Not only has that caused significant problems for commuters but it has damaged the tourism industry in my…25 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformI beg to move, That this House has considered e-petition 607712, relating to human rights legislation reform. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Ms Fovargue. More…24 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformI thank you, Ms Fovargue, and all those hon. Members who have spoken in the debate. We have heard thoughtful contributions from all who have spoken, including the hon. Members for…24 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformI am far from a legal expert, but there is a middle way between protecting people’s fundamental human rights and continuing to enshrine the ECHR in British law, and ensuring that…24 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformI will make some progress. The creator of this e-petition stated that he did not want any changes to the Human Rights Act 1998 because he was concerned that people’s human rights…24 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformThe hon. Lady will be aware that the Government are actively considering that. To be entirely honest, I wish the Government had moved ahead on the issue at different points over…24 Oct 2022HANSARD Human Rights Legislation ReformI thank the hon. and learned Lady for her intervention. If she will wait a few moments, I will cover that. Of course, all aspects of human rights should be covered within our…24 Oct 2022HANSARDTopical QuestionsIs the Minister able to update the House on any discussions he has held with the premier league and the English Football League to encourage a fairer distribution of money…20 Oct 2022HANSARD Departure of Previous Home SecretaryI was very disappointed to see the previous Home Secretary leave her role. She is a tremendous loss to those of us who hope that one day—just one day—this Government might finally…20 Oct 2022HANSARD Ban on Fracking for Shale Gas BillFracking is an issue that ignites very strong feelings among my constituents. Since the Government announced a change in direction on this issue, I have been very much looking…19 Oct 2022