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HANSARD Business of the HouseI join my hon. Friend in congratulating his constituents on their important work. The work of the circular economy taskforce is a vital component of our sustainability ambitions.…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseIt is our duty to never forget all those who gave their lives for our country, especially during this Remembrance period. I am always particularly moved when I pass the memorial…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI pay tribute to the vital work that mountain rescue volunteers and other such organisations provide across our country. There are currently no VED exemptions for voluntary search…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWe are working with BCSSS trustees to consider those proposals. We are trying to get an agreement and an outcome that can be implemented later this year, and I will ensure that…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAbsolutely. I join my hon. Friend in recognising our armed forces, and I thank both past and present servicemen and women for their valiant work in keeping us safe. As I look…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am happy to join the hon. Gentleman in his cause, which he raises steadfastly. He is right to do so. The UK is committed to defending freedom of religion and belief for all…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI hope that decision makers in bus companies in my hon. Friend’s constituency have heard her passionate support for the right of her constituents to have decent public transport.…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI understand the anxiety felt by my hon. Friend’s constituents, and the need for certainty on their children’s future education. The Under-Secretary of State for Education, my…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am grateful to the hon. Lady for raising the importance of the independent bookselling industry, and I will ensure that her words are heard by the relevant Minister. We are…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI will. This issue is really important for many communities, and I thank the hon. Gentleman for raising the example from his constituency. Community gardens are important to bring…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseLocal theatres are a very important part of the UK’s creative industries and play a vital role in our local communities. In England, our Arts Everywhere fund will include support…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI have been here quite a while, and you learn something every day; I did not know that about Committee Room 12. I welcome people from the Royal Welsh show to the Gallery, and I…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseIt is right that my hon. Friend continues to pursue this matter on behalf of his constituents, and I hope that TotalEnergies will have heard his comments today. I also encourage…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Lady will know that we are seeking to change planning law, and if there is a debate on these matters, I am sure that she will want to raise that point. If that is not…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am sure that is a distressing situation for Brian, and I know that my hon. Friend has already reached out to the Department for Work and Pensions about this case. I will ensure…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Prime Minister is very clear about the importance of Ministers operating to the highest standards. The hon. Gentleman may wish to secure a debate on the subject himself,…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseYes, I will.30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman rightly raises local concerns. The Government share his concern about the absolute chaos that inherited regarding asylum hotels. I do not have time to go into…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend will recognise that this is an operational matter for the Met police, but in this case, I hope that local councils and the police will work together to ensure that…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAs I said earlier, for the sake of truth and justice, it is important that people get access to the information that they need when tragedies like these unfortunately happen. We…30 Oct 2025