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HANSARD Vaccine Roll-outCan the Secretary of State speed up the delivery of vaccines to London, so that we can catch up with other areas? Will he also emphasise that while the vaccine gives us all hope…21 Jan 2021HANSARD Skills for Jobs White PaperI really welcome this skills announcement. It is so crucial for enabling people to realise their potential, for levelling up and for economic success. Will the Secretary of State…21 Jan 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsA headteacher in my constituency has been in touch to express real concern about Ofsted assessing schools when there are no agreed standards or established precedents that relate…18 Jan 2021HANSARDEU Trade and Co-operation Agreement: Fishing IndustryWhile some of the benefits of leaving the CFP are going to be postponed for five and a half years, can the Secretary of State set out what action he is taking right now, with the…14 Jan 2021HANSARD Covid-19 Response: Defence SupportAs supplies of the vaccine expand over the days to come, are the military ready to step up their participation in getting vaccinations out, particularly to our frail elderly so…12 Jan 2021HANSARDIndia: Persecution of Minority GroupsIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship in this important debate, Mr Robertson. India is a vibrant, pluralist and secular democracy. Its constitution declares clearly…12 Jan 2021HANSARDCovid-19I received a worrying call this morning from the chair of Barnet Council’s health overview and scrutiny committee indicating that it may be that only 13 care homes in the borough…06 Jan 2021HANSARD European Union (Future Relationship) BillWe stand on the verge of once more becoming an independent country with control over our laws, money, trade and borders. There have been some difficult compromises, especially…30 Dec 2020HANSARDBusiness of the HouseIt is great news that the Oxford vaccine was approved today. Can we have a debate at the earliest opportunity on the delivery of that vaccine? It is desperately important that it…30 Dec 2020HANSARDThe UnionWhat steps he is taking to help ensure that people in Wales benefit from the Union.16 Dec 2020HANSARDThe UnionThe scale of the response to covid in Wales in terms of economic support would never have been possible without the combined strength of our United Kingdom, so will my right hon.…16 Dec 2020HANSARD Planning for the FutureIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Charles. I thank the hon. Member for Richmond Park (Sarah Olney) for securing this debate. The proposed algorithm linked to…15 Dec 2020HANSARD The Future of the High StreetGiven the hon. Gentleman’s concerns about online retail giants not paying their fair share of tax, does he welcome the extensive action that this Conservative Government have…10 Dec 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Live MusicWhat steps he is taking to help the live music sector respond to the economic effect of the covid-19 outbreak.10 Dec 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Live MusicI know the whole sector is very grateful for the support it has received from the Government, but if we are going to get music festivals and major events on again from the spring…10 Dec 2020HANSARD The Future of the High StreetAs everyone has acknowledged, high streets have had a tough time for several years because of the shift to online shopping, and that trend has been intensified by the covid…10 Dec 2020HANSARDTopical QuestionsSome very impressive work is done by the charitable sector in supporting ex-offenders to deal with addiction problems. Will the Lord Chancellor ensure that his Department takes…08 Dec 2020HANSARD Nurseries and Early Years SettingsThe first few years of life have a crucial impact on a person’s prospects for happiness, success and opportunity in adulthood, so providing the best learning opportunities in the…03 Dec 2020HANSARDArcadia and Debenhams: Business Support and Job RetentionRetail is at the heart of our local high streets, and the Government’s huge programme of support has been vital in keeping it going. Will my hon. Friend join me in encouraging my…02 Dec 2020HANSARD Patrick Finucane: Supreme Court JudgmentI welcome my right hon. Friend’s statement and support his decision. As he said, the murder of Pat Finucane was an appalling, shocking crime, and the involvement of the state, as…30 Nov 2020