Wednesday, 8 February 2023
Resolved, That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, That he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be laid before this House a Return of (a) the Report, entitled...
The Secretary of State was asked—
What steps the Government are taking to help businesses in Northern Ireland trade with the rest of the UK.
What assessment he has made with Cabinet colleagues of the effect of increases in the cost of living on people in Northern Ireland.
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of the retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill on Northern Ireland.
What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to encourage clean air initiatives in Northern Ireland.
What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help increase investment in the north-west of Northern Ireland.
What steps his Department is taking to help support public services in Northern Ireland.
What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the progress of negotiations on the Northern Ireland protocol.
What steps his Department is taking to support people affected by troubles-related crimes.
What recent assessment he has made with (a) Cabinet colleagues and (b) the Northern Ireland Department of Health of the adequacy of resources for tackling NHS waiting times in Northern Ireland.
What steps the Government are taking to help ensure good governance in Northern Ireland.
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 8 February.
I am pleased to announce, as Members will be aware, that President Zelensky will be addressing both Houses in Westminster Hall imminently. That will require me to suspend the House’s...
Before I start, I put on record my thanks to Mr Speaker for hosting President Zelensky just now in Parliament; I am sure we all agree that his address was both moving and powerful. Having visited...
On a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. In her reply to me, the Home Secretary did not answer the specific question that I put to her, which was whether or not she was prepared to meet Zara...
I beg to move, That leave be given to bring in a Bill to prohibit the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes; and for connected purposes. E-cigarettes were billed as a health...
I beg to move, That the Police Grant Report (England and Wales) 2023–24 (HC 1066), which was laid before this House on 31 January, be approved. I note that, regrettably, the House must...
I have to notify the House, in accordance with the Royal Assent Act 1967, that His Majesty has signified his Royal Assent to the following Acts: Stamp Duty Land Tax (Temporary Relief) Act 2023...
Debate resumed.
[Relevant Documents: Second Report of the former Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee, Session 2021–22, Local authority financial sustainability and the section 114 regime,...
Resolved, That the Referendums Relating to Council Tax Increases (Principles) (England) Report 2023–24 (HC 1016), which was laid before this House on 6 February, be approved.—(Stuart...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 118(6)),
That the draft Authority to Carry Scheme and Civil Penalties Regulations 2023, which were laid before this House on 9 January, be approved.—(Stuart Anderson.) Question agreed to.
I rise to present a petition on behalf of my constituents in Bradford South, of whom 288 have signed, although I know these issues are recognised right across Bradford and, indeed, the country....
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Stuart Anderson.)
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