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HANSARDBroadcasting: ScotlandWe islanders have always been international ambassadors, and I am delighted that some of the Lewis chess pieces are going to France—a little bit of Gaelic Scotland in President…09 Jul 2025HANSARDBroadcasting: Scotland3. What recent discussions he has had with representatives of the broadcasting sector in Scotland.09 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWe have experienced some cruel heat in this Chamber this week, but in Na h-Eileanan an Iar schools have already broken for the summer. Before they left for their holidays, the P5…03 Jul 2025HANSARDA75 and A77 Roads: Economic ImpactTo the A75 and the A77, add the A9, which is the link from the Highlands to Scotland. For 25 years we have been waiting for it to be dualled; the SNP has failed to do that. The…02 Jul 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningThe hon. Gentleman’s interventions are always a blessing, never a curse. I have some information of particular interest to his part of the world later in my speech. I have…25 Jun 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningI ought to begin with an explanation of what is a very long word. Put simply, haemochromatosis is too much iron in the blood—haemo, blood; chroma, iron; and tosis, too much of it.…25 Jun 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningI do indeed agree. Haemochromatosis, although widespread, was not widely known about until very recently, but genetic testing, as well as simple ferritin level tests, will inform…25 Jun 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningI will.25 Jun 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningI do not disagree with that. Screening would be revolutionary. It would save money for the NHS in the short term and the long term, and, more important, it would save lives and…25 Jun 2025HANSARDHaemochromatosis ScreeningMy hon. Friend anticipates much of the remainder of my argument. As I said, the research and DNA testing in the islands could and should be paid for by community funds from…25 Jun 2025HANSARDMiddle EastI understand the priority to evacuate UK citizens from Israel, but advice to our constituents in Qatar to shelter in place until further notice is hardly comforting. May I press…23 Jun 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI welcome the UK-India trade deal, which is good for salmon and good for whisky. Will the Secretary of State use his muscle to ensure that a chain of small distilleries in my…12 Jun 2025HANSARDHigher EducationThe university sector is important for growing the Scottish economy, but so is tourism. Can the Minister enlighten me about the jet safari trips from Clacton to Scotland that have…04 Jun 2025HANSARDUK-EU SummitI suspect that even if there was a barrel of salt herring in it for every Opposition Member, this fishing deal would still not be salty enough for them. In fact, it is a sweet…20 May 2025HANSARDUK-EU Defence and Security AgreementWill the Minister join me in congratulating the crew of HMS Dragon, which succeeded in obliterating a supersonic missile with a Sea Viper missile off the coast of the Hebrides?…19 May 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillOn a point of order, Mr Speaker. I thought this was a debate to discuss amendments, not a general debate.16 May 2025HANSARD Business of the HousePupils at Leverhulme Memorial school in Harris, in the most beautiful constituency in the country, have won the top prize in the Eco-Schools Scotland awards. They are the most…15 May 2025HANSARD Data (Use and Access) Bill [Lords]We can assure the Minister that he remains popular, as well as generous with his time. He mentioned the Government consultation. It has caused deep and sustained anxiety across…14 May 2025HANSARD Data (Use and Access) Bill [Lords]rose —14 May 2025HANSARD Data (Use and Access) Bill [Lords]I thank the Minister for—14 May 2025