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HANSARD Holocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) BillMy response is that this legislation opens the way for all who have reason to believe that an object owned by their family member is in one of our national institutions. It is not…15 Mar 2019HANSARD Holocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) BillYes it has legal force when establishing the ownership of property, and the 2009 Act removes the legal barrier to recognising correct legal ownership.15 Mar 2019HANSARD Holocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) BillLet me provide reassurance on this issue. Establishing ownership obviously involves looking at the facts of the case. The 2009 Act provides for that to happen with the oversight…15 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI urge the Government to work with NHS England to provide support to women GPs who have left the workforce but want to return after caring responsibilities. They should be…14 Mar 2019HANSARDKnife CrimeMany police in London now use body-worn video cameras. Does the Minister agree that that should help to give them the confidence to use stop-and-search in all circumstances within…07 Mar 2019HANSARDKnife CrimeWill the Home Secretary ask the Mayor of London to consider as a matter of urgency adopting the plan put forward by Shaun Bailey for funding an extra 2,000 police officers through…04 Mar 2019HANSARDSchool FundingDoes my hon. Friend agree that one issue facing schools is that they are being asked to do more to support children with special educational needs and disabilities? We understand…04 Mar 2019HANSARDHolocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) Bill (First sitting)I rise briefly to provide a brief summary of some of the comments in this excellent discussion of the two clauses of the Bill. Making a guest appearance on the Front Bench has…27 Feb 2019HANSARDJammu and KashmirMay I ask that the Government recognise the severity of the terrorist threat faced by India in relation to Kashmir, and that our Government offer support where the Indian…27 Feb 2019HANSARDHolocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) Bill (First sitting)May I say what a pleasure it is to serve under your chairmanship, Sir David? I thank all Members present for agreeing to serve on the Committee. This is a simple two-clause Bill…27 Feb 2019HANSARD Prevention and Suppression of TerrorismWhen the House debated this issue a few months ago, every Back Bencher advocated the full proscription of Hezbollah and it was deeply regrettable that, at that stage, neither…26 Feb 2019HANSARD Prevention and Suppression of TerrorismDoes the Labour Front Bench support the proscription of Hezbollah in its entirety?26 Feb 2019HANSARDUK Soft PowerMay I urge the Government to use their soft power and diplomatic network to enthusiastically support the efforts of Cypriots to deliver a negotiated settlement for a free and…26 Feb 2019HANSARD Antisemitism in Modern SocietyLike everyone in this debate, I want to emphasise that antisemitism is completely unacceptable—whether it comes from the hard right or the radical left—and it is utterly…20 Feb 2019HANSARDForeign Direct InvestmentDoes my right hon. Friend agree that one of the reasons behind record levels of foreign direct investment into Scotland is its place in the United Kingdom, the most successful…20 Feb 2019HANSARDForeign Direct Investment6. What steps he is taking to encourage foreign direct investment in Scotland.20 Feb 2019HANSARDEngagementsQ2. This afternoon, the House will debate antisemitism. With that in mind, I quote from the statement of the right hon. Member for Enfield North (Joan Ryan), who explained Labour…20 Feb 2019HANSARDAnimal Welfare (Service Animals) BillMay I thank My right hon. and learned Friend for his persistence in introducing this Bill and say how strongly I support it? He is making the compelling case that treating these…08 Feb 2019HANSARD Holocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) BillI beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time. Just over two weeks ago, Parliament held its annual debate in anticipation of Holocaust Memorial Day on 27 January, the…08 Feb 2019HANSARD Holocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) BillI would like to express my gratitude to all right hon. and hon. Members who have taken part in today’s debate and expressed support for this important Bill, particularly both…08 Feb 2019