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HANSARDTourism and LeisureI know that my colleague has been working incredibly hard on this issue, and I wish the theatre the very best of luck for next week.18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTourism and LeisureI welcome the hon. Gentleman to his place; I know that he is a big champion for his constituency and the issue. As I outlined, I met with the tourism sector a number of times just…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTourism and LeisureI will take no lessons from the hon. Gentleman, given the inheritance from the previous Conservative Government. If he had been paying any attention—I know he does not usually sit…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTourism and LeisureTourism drives growth and jobs across the country, including in Cheshire. VisitBritain’s “Starring GREAT Britain” campaign is showcasing a range of film and TV locations, such as…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTourism and LeisureI am grateful to the hon. Lady; I know she is a great champion for her constituency, and I know that tourism is incredibly important to her constituency. I recognise the…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. I congratulate England on their brilliant win last night, and he is right to mention the T20 world cup. I was delighted to be at the tournament…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Government are fully committed to working with the sports sector to support our vital grassroots clubs. We work closely with Sports England, an arm’s length body, to engage…18 Jun 2026 · 2d agoHANSARD Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026Of course I join my hon. Friend in condemning the appalling violence, and my heart goes out to all those involved. We must stand against this across the House. Sport unites us…10 Jun 2026HANSARD Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026I do agree, and I share my hon. Friend’s shock. I am shocked and appalled. The Government’s stance remains unequivocal: racism has absolutely no place in our society, and it has…10 Jun 2026HANSARD Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Twigg, and I am really pleased to respond to this debate. I begin by congratulating my hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow West…10 Jun 2026HANSARD Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026I would not ordinarily intervene as the Minister, but I thought that it might be helpful to inform my hon. Friend and the House that I will chair the next meeting of the women’s…10 Jun 2026HANSARDGrassroots CricketThe Government recognise the power of grassroots sport to provide opportunities for connection and community cohesion, as well as improve people’s physical and mental health and…09 Jun 2026HANSARDSporting Events BillOn 14 May 2026 the Government introduced the Sporting Events Bill, which can be found at: https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/4127 The Government are proud of the UK’s record of…18 May 2026HANSARDGlasgow 2026 Commonwealth GamesThe UK Government have consistently backed Glasgow 2026 as a positive outcome for the games movement and for the UK. The Government are engaging partners to explore trade and…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGlasgow 2026 Commonwealth GamesMy hon. Friend asks an excellent question. I have met regularly with the Scottish Government, the Scotland Office, the organising company and, of course, Commonwealth Sport, most…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGlasgow 2026 Commonwealth GamesThe hon. Lady makes a really important point. We are obviously keen to make this a success, and I would be delighted to meet her to discuss it further.16 Apr 2026HANSARDCommunity SpacesThe Government recognise that community spaces are hugely important, whether it be for social networks, community participation or civic pride. We debated community centres and…16 Apr 2026HANSARDCommunity SpacesI join the hon. Gentleman in paying tribute to his local charity—indeed, I am a patron of a dementia charity in Barnsley. I recognise the challenges faced by charities, which is…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGrassroots SportThe Government believe in the power of grassroots sport. We have committed £400 million over the next four years, and £85 million in this coming year. Of course, Sport England…16 Apr 2026HANSARDGrassroots SportI was pleased to meet representatives of parkrun alongside my hon. Friend a few months ago to mark its 21st anniversary, and I pay tribute to the huge impact it has. Indeed, last…16 Apr 2026