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HANSARD Business of the HouseWhat my hon. Friend describes is entirely unacceptable. Although I think the Department that deals with Ofcom will have heard her concerns, I will draw her question to its…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI absolutely join my hon. Friend in congratulating all those who worked to create the east window of Carlisle cathedral, which I understand is not just one of the earliest stained…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank the hon. Gentleman for raising this important matter. I have described him before as an assiduous campaigner for his constituency— I hope that my describing him in that…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising this matter, because residents should be informed in advance when changes are made to their homes. Should she seek a meeting with the relevant…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI do not think there is a need for such a debate, because I am still—I am hesitating here—a member of His Majesty’s Government, as Ministers are members of His Majesty’s…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend and constituency neighbour raises an important matter, and I will certainly ensure that her concerns are shared with the relevant Minister. Should she wish to have…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI certainly join the hon. Gentleman in congratulating the Friends of St John’s in his constituency, who do a fantastic job, as do similar groups in many of our constituencies. I…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising this issue on behalf of her constituents. It cuts across borders, even though it is a devolved matter. As she has pointed out, we have made…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseYes, I can.12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI will go further than that, and offer the hon. Gentleman the chance to speak to the relevant Minister directly about this matter. I always share concerns where there are job…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sorry that my hon. Friend is frustrated, not least if the advice I have given him might not have come to anything. I apologise. However, because this is from my perspective a…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for her question. Delays in responding to complaints are frustrating for the public and for MPs, who want to be able to help their constituents. As we set…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI am not sure whether the hon. Gentleman did not hear what I just said, or whether he had already written the question before I got up to do so. We can fence with words, rebrands…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to champion the Sikh community. The Christmas hamper programme represents a bright example of their valuable contribution to our communities.…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThese delays are unacceptable and the Government have made that clear. These people have given public service, and it is a matter of urgency to resolve this situation for them.…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising that important matter, because small businesses are the beating heart of the economy. We are committed to supporting them and our high streets.…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThat is easy for you to say, Madam Deputy Speaker. As I said before, volunteers are the golden thread that runs through our communities and we celebrate them and great Gaelic…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI certainly join the hon. Lady in celebrating World Book Day, and commend her for the approach she is taking in her constituency. It is vital that children get access to books,…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseThis issue often arises, and I understand the concern of residents. I, too, use a bank app, but other people do not; those people look for a presence on the high street, not just…12 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI agree with the right hon. Gentleman that in many regards, tradition does matter, but so does accuracy. For clarity, communications teams are advised to use “UK Government”…12 Feb 2026