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HANSARDBusiness: Northern Ireland11. What steps he is taking to support businesses in Northern Ireland.12 Dec 2024HANSARDBusiness: Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland businesses, large and small, received just 0.6% of what the Government spent with UK defence companies between 2018 and 2023, compared with 25% in the south-east…12 Dec 2024HANSARD Puberty-suppressing HormonesI thank the Health Secretary for his statement and for the manner in which he continues to handle this important issue. I welcome the fact that the Government are following…11 Dec 2024HANSARDViolence against Women and GirlsThe Minister will be aware of increased reports of internet image abuse and the rise of deepfake pornography. What is her Department doing to ensure that women and girls are safe…10 Dec 2024HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillI have led two Westminster Hall debates for the Petitions Committee on the subject of assisted dying. I have grappled with this subject, and I still do. When my hon. Friend the…29 Nov 2024HANSARDPimping websites and paying for sexI rise to present a petition on behalf of my constituents regarding commercial sexual exploitation—the day after the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against…26 Nov 2024HANSARDPension Credit: Uptake20. What steps she is taking to increase uptake of pension credit in winter 2024-25.11 Nov 2024HANSARDPension Credit: UptakeI welcome the Government’s campaign to get people to sign up for pension credit, and I urge every pensioner in Gower to sign up and attend my pension credit event on 22 November.…11 Nov 2024HANSARDStrengthening the Union2. What steps she is taking to strengthen the Union.06 Nov 2024HANSARDStrengthening the UnionThe Secretary of State has been clear that this Labour Government will build a new partnership with the Welsh Government based on co-operation, respect and delivery. Will she say…06 Nov 2024HANSARD Budget: Implications for Farming CommunitiesI do not really care for the high-profile voices that we have got attacking a Labour Government, but I do care about the family farms in my constituency. I know that the Minister…04 Nov 2024HANSARDBudget ResolutionsIt is an honour to follow the Father of the House; I hope not to weary the House with my speech. Today, the Chancellor has been extraordinary in her strength and her ability to…30 Oct 2024HANSARDPromoting Business and GrowthAt last week’s international investment summit, the Prime Minister and the Chancellor announced a total of £63 billion of private investment into the UK economy. What steps are…23 Oct 2024HANSARD Independent Water CommissionI congratulate the Secretary of State on the commission that has been set up today—it is absolutely fantastic. Gower was the first area of outstanding natural beauty in the whole…23 Oct 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseI would like to pay tribute to my fellow Libran, and say that 50 is indeed the new 21. As a woman of a certain age, I know that it is really important for us in this House and for…10 Oct 2024HANSARD Northern Ireland City DealsCities and towns in Northern Ireland have already missed out on levelling-up funding under the previous Government, as I saw at first hand as shadow Minister, so the uncertainty…09 Oct 2024HANSARDCass ReviewI thank the Minister for her response and the robust response from this Labour Government to support the Cass review. Will she confirm that she is having robust conversations with…09 Oct 2024HANSARDAcademic Freedom in Higher EducationI congratulate the Secretary of State on taking the hard decisions that are needed in Government, and I am very pleased to hear that no options are off the table. What…09 Sept 2024HANSARD Great British Energy BillWill my right hon. Friend give way?05 Sept 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseMy constituent’s daughter Lily Lucas died two years ago on Monday on Milton ward at Kewstoke hospital. Lily’s death was avoidable. Following the inquest, which ruled that Cygnet…05 Sept 2024