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HANSARD Business of the HouseThere is a theme emerging this morning on the difference between the offer that Reform makes in order to get into local government and what actually happens in reality. As the…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HousePlanning practice guidance encourages developers and local planning authorities to engage with local fire and rescue services, so that part of the process clearly needs to be…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAs I said earlier, we are determined to bring forward the framework. When that happens, I will make sure the Health Secretary hears the hon. Lady’s call to accompany that with a…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseGrassroots sports clubs are at the heart of our local communities, and I am genuinely sorry to hear of the issue that my hon. Friend raises on behalf of her constituents; I know…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWe share the hon. Gentleman’s concerns, and I join him in condemning any acts against churches and religious groups. The Government are committed to defending freedom of religion…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend may wish to seek his own debate on these matters, to highlight this issue and the support the Government gave to JLR and all the companies that support it. He will…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI pay my respects to Phoebe’s family. It is an unbearable tragedy when this happens, and it happens too often. Work is under way to deliver an updated strategic framework for road…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThat is a very timely question, and I thank my hon. Friend for her commitment to this cause. We are delivering equipment and training to Ukraine, including specialist…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI certainly will join my hon. Friend in commending the Stirling Observer for the wonderful work it does with the “Give a Gift” appeal and in praising Kaiya for her dedication,…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI will indeed join my hon. Friend in welcoming the announcement. He has been a doughty campaigner on this issue, and I am sure he will continue his campaign with regard to…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseCompetent leadership is really important for local government, and there is a duty to local taxpayers to spend money wisely. My hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise this…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising this really important issue, and for his work as the chair of the APPG. I welcome the support that NHS England provides to integrated care…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Government are absolutely committed to supporting victims of domestic violence. I am sure that the hon. Gentleman’s concerns are shared across the House, so I encourage him to…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseAs usual, my hon. Friend raises an important issue, and I thank her for doing so. As the nights draw in, it is important that we promote campaigns such as GloWeek. Work is under…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Lady can seek either a Backbench Business or Adjournment debate, because I am sure her concerns are shared by other Members. That way, she can hear an answer to her point…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe hon. Gentleman may seek either a Backbench Business debate or an Adjournment debate to draw attention to the matter of his constituency. I would gently point out that people…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank my hon. Friend for raising an important issue on behalf of Toni. The Government recognise the difficulty that parents and guardians face. It is important that safeguards…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI will, of course, congratulate the foundation on its work. The Government are seeking precisely to ensure that everybody gets the best start in life and that the investment is…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI agree that every child should have access to the best education possible, wherever he or she attends school. It is very clear that the SEND system is broken: it does not work…23 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseMy hon. Friend raises a number of important issues. We are determined to get the balance right and to get a better future for our young people. He may wish to seek an Adjournment…23 Oct 2025