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HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is right to raise this matter; the impact of hoarding can be severe. There are no plans for a specific hoarding strategy, but the Government have announced plans…21 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is a great champion for regeneration in his area. His commitment stands in stark contrast to the approach of the Reform councillor he refers to. As my hon. Friend…21 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseAs the Prime Minister acknowledged in real time yesterday, he misspoke about the trade deal, but he was absolutely clear about our relationship with Europe. There will not be a…21 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI absolutely join my hon. Friend in congratulating West Lothian Danceworld on its remarkable 40th anniversary. As she points out, dance is a brilliant way to support young people…21 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe King’s Speech made it clear, as has the Prime Minister, that the long-term national interest does require a closer relationship with our European allies—now more so than…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sincerely grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for his comments. I do think it is important that we uphold standards wherever we can. As for his reference to not wishing the…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend has been an assiduous campaigner on this matter, having raised this issue in previous business questions. I know how important it is for her constituents, so I will…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Member raises some very concerning matters. If she gives me the details of this case, I will ensure that it is raised with the relevant Minister, and that she gets the…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am grateful to the right hon. Gentleman for his remarks—well, for some of his remarks. On a serious matter, I am sure that the whole House will join me in sending our…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am saddened to hear of Bonnie Tyler’s situation. She is an inspirational voice for a generation. I send our best wishes to her family and her fans. I join my hon. Friend in…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend’s advocacy for businesses in his constituency is commendable, and I pay tribute to him. We are currently reviewing the eligibility for the British industry…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI absolutely join my hon. Friend in paying tribute to Bradford City for keeping the memory of the 1985 disaster alive. Some of us remember that day and will never forget. I extend…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI join my hon. Friend in remembering those killed and injured in the factory explosion at the ICL Plastics factory in 2004. Through the Crime and Policing Act 2026 we clarified…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to celebrate the rich heritage of the British Fijian community. I join her in recognising Girmit Day, which serves as a powerful reminder of the…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for his question, and I certainly will join him in congratulating Jim McNulty and the Dale team on their successful season. Our local football teams give us…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThis is a case that my hon. Friend has raised with me before, and I pay tribute to him for the way that he has championed the rights of his constituents. As he will have heard in…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe business for the week commencing 18 May will include: Monday 18 May—Continuation of the debate on the King’s Speech, on backing business to create economic growth. Tuesday 19…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseAs my hon. Friend says, Liverpool has been home to some of the most influential artists of the modern age, and we want to see that proud tradition live on. She is a strong…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI can assure the right hon. Gentleman that the Government do not support the SNP’s position, and I join in what he says. As we set out yesterday, the King’s Speech is for the…14 May 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman raises a very important matter, and I pay tribute to the Dogs Trust and Trinity Winchester for their fantastic work. He is right to point out that there should…14 May 2026