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HANSARDTransport Workforce: MigrationThe driver shortage in the UK is far from over and, according to sector insiders, a “tipping point” is looming. Figures from the Office for National Statistics show that there…14 Dec 2023HANSARDTransport Workforce: Migration11. What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of Government proposals to reduce net migration on the transport sector workforce.14 Dec 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsI thank the Minister for that answer. As the Women’s Budget Group has rightly pointed out, women are more reliant on benefits, due to care-giving roles, and they have been…13 Dec 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.13 Dec 2023HANSARD Public Sector Food ProcurementThe hon. Gentleman makes an interesting point. Of course, we will always look for sustainability wherever we can. Salmon is worth so much to the UK economy—far less to the…12 Dec 2023HANSARD Public Sector Food ProcurementIt is nice to see you in the Chair, Sir Christopher. I thank the hon. Member for Totnes (Anthony Mangnall) for securing this debate on public sector food procurement and…12 Dec 2023HANSARDFood SecurityPost-Brexit attempts to recruit domestic workers into agricultural jobs have not managed to fill existing vacancies, leaving firms unable to produce at pre-Brexit levels. New…07 Dec 2023HANSARD Violence and Abuse towards the Retail WorkforceIt is a pleasure to see you in the Chair this afternoon, Sir Edward. I thank the hon. Member for Blaydon (Liz Twist) for securing this important debate on violence and abuse…05 Dec 2023HANSARDArms Export Licences: IsraelA state that supplies military equipment that is used in the commission of violations of international humanitarian law is at risk of complicity in a humanitarian catastrophe. In…30 Nov 2023HANSARDArms Export Licences: Israel15. Whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of revoking arms export licenses to Israel.30 Nov 2023HANSARDCOP28The UK Government’s series of U-turns on net zero targets has put our ability to meet them at risk. The Scottish Government are committed to meeting our more ambitious targets,…29 Nov 2023HANSARD Rural Communities: Government SupportIt is nice to see you in the Chair, Sir Charles. I commend the hon. Member for Somerton and Frome (Sarah Dyke) on securing this debate today—the first of many excellent…28 Nov 2023HANSARDLegislation on Dangerous DogsOf course I share the concerns. I do not think anybody in this Chamber or, indeed, across the whole House does not share the concerns about irresponsible dog ownership and what…27 Nov 2023HANSARDLegislation on Dangerous DogsIt is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Mr Gray. I thank all everyone who added their names to the petitions and thank the hon. Member for Don Valley (Nick Fletcher) for leading…27 Nov 2023HANSARDRwanda Relocation Scheme: Supreme Court JudgmentThe Prime Minister has indicated his intention to override the Supreme Court by introducing emergency laws and a new treaty with Rwanda to save his unlawful deportation plans. So…27 Nov 2023HANSARDRwanda Relocation Scheme: Supreme Court Judgment8. What recent assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of the Supreme Court judgment of 15 November 2023 on the Rwanda relocation scheme.27 Nov 2023HANSARDBuilding an NHS Fit for the FutureThank you very much, Mr Deputy Speaker. It is always a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Weaver Vale (Mike Amesbury). Since its inception, the NHS in Scotland has stood as a…13 Nov 2023HANSARDIsrael and Palestine17. Whether he has had discussions with his Israeli counterpart on the (a) compatibility with international law and (b) proportionality of Israel’s response in Gaza to the attacks…24 Oct 2023HANSARDIsrael and PalestineThere have been countless reiterations from the Israeli authorities, including in a joint speech with the Prime Minister last week, that they are taking precautions to avoid…24 Oct 2023HANSARD Contracts for Difference SchemeOn a point of order, Dame Angela. I appreciate the intervention you made. This is what we expect from the Conservative party and Government Ministers. I thank you for putting that…19 Oct 2023