Humanist Marriage - [Dame Siobhain McDonagh in the Chair]

12 Jun 2025

Backbench Business

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in a Westminster Hall debate

I am sorry about your sore throat, Dame Siobhain; I hope it does not trouble you too much. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship. I thank my hon. Friends the Members for Tamworth (Sarah...

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bill

11 Jun 2025

Commons debates

I really welcome the Bill and the creation of a mechanism to increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel. Can I add that, as we look towards airspace modernisation, we will have not only...

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Employment: Wales

11 Jun 2025

Wales

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

The multibillion-pound deal to secure a new Universal theme park in Bedfordshire is a major example of the Government backing our crucial culture sector, creating new jobs and boosting living...

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Employment: Wales

11 Jun 2025

Wales

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to create new jobs in Wales.

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Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme: Capital Disregard - [Christine Jardine in the Chair]

10 Jun 2025

Westminster Hall debates

I thank my hon. Friend for making a hugely pertinent point; I know the Minister will have heard it very well. Although compensation for survivors will not reverse the damage and trauma inflicted,...

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Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme: Capital Disregard - [Christine Jardine in the Chair]

10 Jun 2025

Westminster Hall debates

It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Jardine. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Beckenham and Penge (Liam Conlon) for securing today’s debate and congratulate him on...

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Free School Meals

05 Jun 2025

Commons debates

I welcome this Labour Government’s announcement on expanding eligibility for free school meals to any child with a parent in receipt of universal credit. This expanded entitlement means...

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Police Presence on High Streets - [Gill Furniss in the Chair]

05 Jun 2025

Backbench Business

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in a Westminster Hall debate

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his contribution, and I will take the opportunity to reference the tri-force initiative that was brought about by a previous Labour police and crime commissioner,...

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Police Presence on High Streets - [Gill Furniss in the Chair]

05 Jun 2025

Backbench Business

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in a Westminster Hall debate

The right hon. Gentleman makes a pertinent point. The measure will act as a deterrent, but I am sure the Minister has heard his well-made point. Our safer streets mission is at the heart of this...

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Police Presence on High Streets - [Gill Furniss in the Chair]

05 Jun 2025

Backbench Business

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in a Westminster Hall debate

It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Furniss. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Birmingham Erdington (Paulette Hamilton) for securing this important debate. Our high streets...

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Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories

04 Jun 2025

Commons debates

I welcome the Minister’s comments that Israel’s newly introduced measures for aid delivery are inhumane, foster desperation and endanger civilians. Indeed, in just eight days, 102...

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Prayers - [Mr Speaker in the Chair]

16 May 2025

Commons debates

I beg to move, That the House sit in private. Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 163) and negatived.

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Gaza: UK Assessment

14 May 2025

Commons debates

I thank the Minister for his often candid comments in this Chamber, but we will continue to come here and ask questions, since our constituents continue to be horrified—as we are—by...

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Middle East Update

06 May 2025

Commons debates

The Israeli Government’s plan to expand their military offensive in Gaza, including holding ground and moving the Palestinian population to the south of the district, is wholly...

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Business of the House

01 May 2025

Commons debates

I was pleased earlier this week to support Labour’s strengthened Football Governance Bill, which will put fans back at the heart of the game. Will the Leader of the House join me and many...

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Kashmir: Increasing Tension

29 Apr 2025

Commons debates

A number of my constituents have expressed deep concern about the developments in Kashmir, and we all condemn the attacks and growing tensions in the strongest possible terms. Does the Minister...

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National Wealth Fund: Opportunities for Industry

29 Apr 2025

Energy Security and Net Zero

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

Our Labour Government are driving economic growth in Luton and Bedfordshire through our support for the sustainable expansion of Luton airport and the exciting new Universal Studios. Does the...

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National Wealth Fund: Opportunities for Industry

29 Apr 2025

Energy Security and Net Zero

Rachel Hopkins made a speech in the House of Commons

What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the opportunities for industry through the National Wealth Fund.

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Football Governance Bill [Lords]

28 Apr 2025

Commons debates

No, I will not; I have only four minutes. I remind the shadow Secretary of State what he said on that last day of Committee when unfortunately the previous Bill did not make it to wash-up. He...

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Football Governance Bill [Lords]

28 Apr 2025

Commons debates

Football is more than a business; it is one of our country’s greatest exports and a pillar of local and national identity. Football would be nothing without its fans, and this strengthened...

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