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HANSARD Business of the HouseI pay tribute to the co-operative movement for the work it does in this regard. It is a very important part of the story of food production. Should my hon. Friend seek a debate on…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseWhen the consultation has ended, I am sure there will be ample opportunity to raise the points that the hon. Lady has mentioned.12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI absolutely join my hon. Friend in paying tribute to Waseem Zaffar and his work as a local councillor, particularly on the clean air zone in Birmingham. I know that he will be…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe tragic record of the previous Government was a fall in apprenticeships. This Government are committed to reversing that decline, which is why we have a £725 million growth and…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Government committed to cutting violence against women and girls in our VAWG strategy published last year. We recognise that a cross-Government approach is essential and are…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman rightly raises the investment that the Department of Health and Social Care intends to put into his local community, but he is right that it relates to more…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI understand the concerns the decision might cause locally. Should the hon. Gentleman seek an Adjournment debate, he can put his questions to the Minister directly.12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI do agree with my hon. Friend. I would contrast the record of Reform-led North Northamptonshire council with what the Government are doing to support families through a whole…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMinisters are working hard on what is a sensitive Bill in many ways, and we will bring it forward in due course. If the hon. Lady seeks an update from the relevant Minister, I…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseYes, I will. It is important that Members of Parliament raise matters such as these on behalf of their constituents. Remus and other companies should accept that responsibility…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sorry to hear about the loss of the much-loved Parkside community centre, because these are places that provide valuable services and, as I have said before, are the golden…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises an important matter, and I hope that Thirteen has heard his words today. The Government expect social housing landlords to manage their stock efficiently and…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseWe published our road safety strategy in January, which marks a turning point in the Government’s approach. We are taking decisive action to make our roads safer for everyone, but…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThat issue was raised earlier this week by my hon. Friend the Member for Mitcham and Morden (Dame Siobhain McDonagh). I understand the concern. It is important that the Government…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Government are committed to publishing the plan and we will do so at the first opportunity. We are facing a similar situation to the one that the right hon. Gentleman…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI join my hon. Friend in thanking all those involved in community radio, including Jeff, Paul and Emma at Erewash Sound. I know my hon. Friend was a keen musician in his youth,…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseWe inherited a system of student loans that was effectively broken for many people. We are trying to make changes to the system to make it fairer, and we will continue to look at…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThis issue has been raised a number of times this morning and that demonstrates the strength of feeling. I encourage the hon. Lady to seek a debate on these matters to hear from…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI do not agree that it makes a mockery of the devolution agenda. It is about getting local decisions made on behalf of local people. It is important that we recognise regional and…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am delighted to hear about the fundraising success of Rochdale’s Bangladeshi Arts and Sports Association football club. I join my hon. Friend in congratulating the whole team…12 Mar 2026