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HANSARD Business of the HouseThank you, Madame Deputy Speaker. I wish you well for the future. Can the Leader of the House find time for a debate in these final days of this Parliament on protecting the green…23 May 2024HANSARDProductivity5. What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to ensure that Government-funded research is used to help increase levels of productivity.22 May 2024HANSARDProductivityAs I saw during a recent visit to Chase Farm Hospital, better digital systems can dramatically improve NHS productivity, and artificial intelligence can contribute to that as…22 May 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. The switch to electric cars and vans is crucial for improving air quality and reaching net zero. Will the Government update us on action being taken to deliver charging points…21 May 2024HANSARDArmed Forces: Security Threats14. What steps he is taking to ensure that the armed forces are adequately equipped to tackle security threats.20 May 2024HANSARDArmed Forces: Security ThreatsThe war in Ukraine shows that drones will play a crucial part in future conflicts, so what are the Government learning from what is happening on the battlefield to ensure that our…20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsOf course, I am a strong supporter of measures that have a positive impact on cycling safety, and we must ensure that the rules of the road strike the proper balance to protect…20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsWill the hon. Lady give way?20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mrs Harris. I thank the hon. Member for Battersea (Marsha De Cordova) for introducing this debate on behalf of the Petitions…20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsOf course, I accept that rat-running takes place, but again, I do not believe that LTNs are the right way to deal with that; there are much better alternative ways to manage…20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsIf councils are not able to consult adequately, they should not introduce the schemes in the first place. Over the past 24 hours I have received emails from many people,…20 May 2024HANSARDLow Traffic NeighbourhoodsWill the Minister be clear with the House that no more central Government funding will go to these schemes? Government statements have indicated that there are circumstances in…20 May 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseIn this Dementia Action Week, will a Minister come to the Dispatch Box and talk about plans to ensure that the NHS is ready to roll out early diagnoses of dementia so that people…16 May 2024HANSARDEngagementsQ6. Barnet Hospital’s A&E is expanding, Finchley Memorial Hospital has had its diagnostics hub boosted by new equipment and there are more appointments in general practice locally…15 May 2024HANSARDBiodiversity LossIt is great to serve under your chairmanship, Ms Rees. I congratulate the hon. Member for Brighton, Pavilion (Caroline Lucas) on securing a debate on this important issue. I…15 May 2024HANSARDBiodiversity LossOne of the most alarming aspects of the nature crisis is the collapse in insect populations. It would be good to understand from the Minister what key things the Government are…15 May 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT5. A number of my constituents in Chipping Barnet tell me that they continue to have problems with delays in getting court judgments implemented by bailiffs. Will the Secretary…14 May 2024HANSARDIllegal Migration Act: Northern IrelandMany in Northern Ireland will want to understand the practical implications of this court case. If, as some expect, it means that Northern Ireland has become a more attractive…14 May 2024HANSARDTree Planting3. What steps his Department is taking to help increase tree planting.09 May 2024HANSARDTree PlantingTrees must play a crucial role if we are to meet our commitments on nature recovery and net zero, and they are a tremendous source of happiness, well-being and landscape beauty.…09 May 2024