Wednesday, 24 March 2010
The Secretary of State was asked-
What recent assessment he has made of the level of paramilitary activity by republican groups in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement.
What recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the effect on savers in Northern Ireland of the collapse of the Presbyterian mutual society.
What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on the national security protocols to be used after the devolution of policing and justice matters.
What recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on steps to tackle fuel smuggling in Northern Ireland.
When he expects to receive the final report of the Independent International Commission on Decommissioning.
What recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on trends in per capita expenditure in Northern Ireland on matters for which he is responsible.
When he next expects the final report from the Saville inquiry to be published; and if he will make a statement.
The Prime Minister was asked-
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 24 March.
What the Government's policy is on the provision of modern in-patient mental health units.
My constituent, Mrs. Ditchburn, fled from Gran Canaria to the UK with her two children because she was involved in a violent and abusive relationship. Her partner has now invoked the Hague...
Before I call the Chancellor of the Exchequer, it may be for the convenience of Members if I remind them that at the end of the Chancellor's speech, copies of the Budget resolutions will be...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 51(2)), That, pursuant to section 5 of the Provisional Collection of Taxes Act 1968, provisional statutory effect shall be given to...
Motion made, and Question proposed, (1) That,-It is expedient to amend the law with respect to the National Debt and the public revenue and to make further provision in connection with finance....
It is my honour to present the following petition, which I strongly support. The petition states: The Petition of residents in Staffordshire regarding the failure of the Highways Agency to have...
I rise to present the following petition. The petition states: The Humble Petition of Sharmeen Datoo of 1317 Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE4 6LW, Sheweth, that Newborough Pharmacy in Newborough,...
I have 10 petitions to present tonight, out of 27 petitions that have come to the House, and which have been signed by many thousands of Croydon residents. As a courtesy, I shall only read the...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that the Freedom Pass is essential to the quality of life of many Croydon residents, and that the change in funding of the...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that the Shirley Hills viewpoint is in sad disrepair. The Petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that the slopes at East Croydon station can be an especial challenge for the frail and unwell. The Petitioners therefore...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that the service provided between Croydon and London stations is insufficient to meet demand, with unacceptable levels of...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that there should be a referendum on European Union membership. The Petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that human trafficking continues to blight our town. The Petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Addiscombe, Declares that they are concerned about road traffic accidents in the Lower Addiscombe Road on and near the zebra crossing at the old...
The petition states: The Petition of the people of Croydon, Declares that they are concerned about serious road traffic accidents on Coombe Lane, Croydon. The Petitioners therefore request that...
I am most grateful for your tolerance of such a large number of petitions, Mr. Deputy Speaker. The final petition states: The Petition of the people of New Addington and Fieldway wards, Declares...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. -(Kerry McCarthy.)
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