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HANSARD Business of the HouseLet me be clear: no one should receive care in a corridor. The situation we inherited is unacceptable and undignified, and we are determined to end it. That is why, for the first…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThat is a historic event, and I will give some thought to what the hon. Gentleman asks.18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI draw to the attention of the hon. Lady the fact that it is Treasury questions next week. She might want to raise this issue then, but I will also draw her remarks to the…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise these matters, and I can hear in her voice the frustration about such decisions being taken without the recognition that we need more…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI pay tribute to Councillor Sunderland’s work and send condolences to her friends and family. She and I may not have shared a political point of view, but we certainly respect…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises a fascinating issue, and I agree that the role of MPs has evolved but is of no less importance than it was. As he says, there is no job description for MPs,…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is right to raise this important matter, and we recognise the difficult financial situation that many hospices are facing. We have supported the hospice sector in…18 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe situation in my hon. Friend’s constituency sounds untenable. The police and local authorities have legal powers to deal with dangerous, abandoned and obstructive vehicles, and…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman raises an important matter. I know that Royal Mail listens closely to these sessions, and I hope that it has heard what he has said this morning. The Business…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseYes, I do. My hon. Friend raises an important matter, and I am concerned that she has not had the engagement from the councils that they should be offering. I hope they do respond…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman will know that the Prime Minister was very clear at Prime Minister’s questions. We are putting more money into the health service. However, we are not always…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to champion these concerns on behalf of his constituents. The police do have a number of powers to seize e-scooters and e-bikes that are being…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseAs ever, the hon. Gentleman raises a serious issue on the freedom of religion or belief. The particular events he refers to are exceptionally concerning. The UK is committed to…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseAs the hon. Gentleman showed last week, he is very keen—I understand his keenness—to say what happened at the local elections in his patch and to mention the Reform victory. But…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises a deeply concerning matter. Local agencies already have strong powers, including public spaces protection orders, to address persistent antisocial behaviour…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for his work campaigning on this issue. The safety of NHS staff is non-negotiable. There are clear legal duties on employers to ensure that healthcare…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising the issue of NEETs. She is a great champion for her constituency, the region that we share, and young people in the area. The Government are…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI join my hon. Friend in congratulating James, Josh and Gabriella, along with the other students at Braes and St Mungo’s. I thank Powering Futures for its important work. As my…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Government agree with my hon. Friend that there must be a balance between planning rules and practicality, and we did consult on changes to the national planning policy…11 Jun 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am aware of the high level of interest in this matter and of my hon. Friend’s long-standing campaigning and commitment on these issues, and I pay tribute to her for that. As she…11 Jun 2026