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HANSARDBritain in the WorldMy hon. Friend—I say that because he is a friend—is absolutely right: it is about the way that we partner with countries around the world, including Somaliland, bringing together…13 Jan 2020HANSARDBritain in the WorldI am grateful to the hon. Member for giving way. I will not address his second point—he has addressed it thoroughly enough—but on his first point, there are many areas in which we…13 Jan 2020HANSARDBritain in the WorldI remember that my maiden speech was rather quicker—about four minutes—so I am glad you have given us a little bit longer, Madam Deputy Speaker. I would like to start with some…13 Jan 2020HANSARD Australian BushfiresIt is a great pleasure to see you in your place, Madam Deputy Speaker. I welcome the Minister’s statement and I am very grateful that the Prime Minister has made the offer to his…09 Jan 2020HANSARDMiddle East: SecurityMy right hon. Friend makes a proper case for the British Government’s position, but will he go further and talk about what he is doing to make sure this does not become a cliff…07 Jan 2020HANSARDHuman RightsMay I add the tributes of Kent to your speakership, Mr Speaker? May I also personally pay tribute to the right hon. Member for Cynon Valley (Ann Clwyd), who has spoken up on human…05 Nov 2019HANSARD Points of OrderOn a point of order, Mr Speaker. As Chairman of Ways and Means, you were assiduous in your defence of Members’ rights and Members’ security. As the general election begins, we are…05 Nov 2019HANSARD Intelligence and Security Committee Report on RussiaThe Minister is entirely right to say that scrutiny dispels fantasy, and this is one of those moments when I feel that scrutiny would be entirely appropriate to dispel that…05 Nov 2019HANSARDTributes to the SpeakerMr Speaker, I can see that you are saving the best till last. It is a huge pleasure to say thank you this afternoon. I wonder, though, whether when we bump into each other again…31 Oct 2019HANSARDShared Rural NetworkI welcome this announcement. As my right hon. Friend knows, parts of Kent have worse coverage than Kabul. Will she tell me a bit about her 5G plans? I believe that there will be…28 Oct 2019HANSARDThe EconomyMy right hon. Friend has already addressed one issue in looking at the impact assessments of various plans. Has he done an impact assessment of what the implications of borrowing…24 Oct 2019HANSARDThe EconomyMy right hon. Friend has been an example in helping to bring together the various companies to realise their duties. Does he agree that there are also good examples? Greggs has…24 Oct 2019HANSARDThe EconomyThe right hon. Gentleman has said that the Conservatives look after their own, and I agree with him. That is why we have cut the taxes of 32 million working people. That is why we…24 Oct 2019HANSARDMajor Incident in EssexMadam Deputy Speaker, I have literally just come from a meeting with the Romanian ambassador, which is why, although I was here at the beginning, I had to duck out. This case…23 Oct 2019HANSARDThe National Health ServiceThe hon. Gentleman is right to identify the delays that are inevitable in a massive state-led system. Would he agree that there is a huge opportunity for individuals to get…23 Oct 2019HANSARDThe National Health ServiceMay I welcome the investment that my right hon. Friend is making in Kent, not just in hospitals, but in healthcare centres? We have a GP surgery that is no longer fit for purpose…23 Oct 2019HANSARD The National Health ServiceWill the hon. Lady give way?23 Oct 2019HANSARD The National Health ServiceThe hon. Lady is speaking very powerfully on many issues, as usual. I would be interested in her point of view on other health providers, because as she knows, having worked…23 Oct 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. Given the surprise at the speed with which the Americans fled from the scene in Syria, what preparations are Ministers making for greater logistical independence for Her…21 Oct 2019HANSARD Britain's Place in the WorldMy hon. Friend is speaking powerfully about freedom of religion or belief. As he knows, my Committee is looking to take evidence in an inquiry on this subject in the coming weeks.…15 Oct 2019