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HANSARDTopical QuestionsRecognising the answers that the right hon. Lady gave earlier, may I ask her to ensure that before the charter review comes out, she absolutely emphasises the need for radio news?…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDDefence Investment PlanLast week, I was away at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly. I thought I had understood why the former Secretary of State for Defence had resigned, but here today according to the…15 Jun 2026 · 5d agoHANSARD Russian Shadow FleetMay I offer my congratulations to the right hon. and gallant Gentleman? He is a good fit for the role, and I hope that he will listen to those across the House and try to work…15 Jun 2026 · 5d agoHANSARD Costs for MotoristsI welcome the hon. and learned Lady to her new role in the Cabinet. She was an excellent colleague when she was on the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and it does not surprise me…21 May 2026HANSARDDefence ReadinessIt is a real pleasure to follow the hon. and gallant Member for Southend East and Rochford (Mr Alaba). He made some very important points about being prepared and the importance…20 May 2026HANSARDLord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble AddressI am afraid that the answers about publication simply are not good enough. The Minister may think that he is putting an argument to this House, but he is treating this House and…19 May 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesWill my hon. Friend give way?28 Apr 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesDoes my right hon. Friend agree that the previous ambassador, Dame Karen Pierce, was widely—indeed almost universally—respected and felt to have a good relationship with the…28 Apr 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesMy hon. Friend and I could never have been described as the greatest fans of Boris Johnson. When the question of his going before the Privileges Committee came forward, the…28 Apr 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesKeep it clean.28 Apr 2026HANSARDReferral of Prime Minister to Committee of PrivilegesOr both.28 Apr 2026HANSARDPark Home OwnersOrder. Before I call Sir Christopher, I will set an immediate two-minute limit.28 Apr 2026HANSARDPark Home OwnersOrder. Before the hon. Gentleman responds, let me say that this is an exceptionally well-subscribed debate. The Front Benchers’ wind-ups will start at 10.30 am, so I ask that…28 Apr 2026HANSARDPark Home OwnersOrder. As 17 Members have indicated a wish to speak, I will set an immediate three-minute limit.28 Apr 2026HANSARDLord Mandelson Humble Address: Government Response UpdateThe truth of the matter is when the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister says that process was followed to appoint a diplomat, a professional diplomat would not have been…27 Apr 2026HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillWill the Minister give way?22 Apr 2026HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillWill the Minister give way?22 Apr 2026HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillThe GORSE Academies Trust runs schools in my constituency that have a very firm policy on the use of phones. Indeed, there was a security incident last year that put one of its…22 Apr 2026HANSARDChildren’s Wellbeing and Schools BillI had intended to speak in the debate but I am afraid I have to leave by 4 pm, so I would not have been able to be in the Chamber for the wind-ups. Does my right hon. Friend agree…22 Apr 2026HANSARD Wind Farms: Protected PeatlandOrder. May I confirm that the hon. Member has informed the Members he mentioned that he was going to mention them in this debate?21 Apr 2026