Speeches by Daby.

“Lois, you mentioned that there were some overseas cuts, particularly in the African countries, involving the local staff on the ground. I am interested in having more information about why local staff were viewed as essential for some of that overseas work, and the implications of those staff no longer being in place. …”

“Have you been given an end date for when the reviews are likely to conclude, or any information on that?”

“Have you been given an end date for when the reviews are likely to conclude, or any information on that?”

“You probably need to know the terms of reference for the review as well. What does that entail and what is it about? You need to know the detail and have a look and question that.”

“Lois, you mentioned that there were some overseas cuts, particularly in the African countries, involving the local staff on the ground. I am interested in having more information about why local staff were viewed as essential for some of that overseas work, and the implications of those staff no longer being in place. …”

“You probably need to know the terms of reference for the review as well. What does that entail and what is it about? You need to know the detail and have a look and question that.”

“Lois, you mentioned Abercrombie House and the implications for staff related to restructuring. Would either of you like to add anything else you are aware of about the implications for staff there? You mentioned DFID staff having the most experience, and staff from all different grades being quite worried. Is there any…”

“Who do you have that conversation with?”

“Can I press you on the proposed reductions to FCDO staff? What sort of impacts do you think that will then have on the ability to implement the women, peace and security agenda effectively?”

“Reem, did you want to come in?”

“Thank you for everything you have said so far. It has been very informative and concerning. We have heard that when the two Government Departments merged—the FCO and DFID—it resulted in a loss of technical expertise. You have already mentioned the gender advisers. I want to understand how that has impacted the UK’s abi…”

“Can the Chief Secretary confirm that this will be a Budget that prioritises economic growth?”

“Last month, there was an increase in knife crime across my constituency, and it was carried out not necessarily by younger people, but by older people. I know that the Government are determined to crack down on knife crime. What more are they doing to tackle knife crime?”

“Q14. Hurricane Melissa has devastated Jamaica and left the country in crisis. The Imperial College storm model states that the hurricane would have been unlikely without climate change. I know that the Prime Minister is representing the UK at the COP30 summit against climate change. Will my good and right hon. Friend t…”

“T3. I know that the Chancellor and her team are well aware that families, such as those in my constituency of Lewisham East, are struggling with homelessness and temporary accommodation. Will she consider increasing finance to local councils so that they can better support constituents and improve their wellbeing and s…”

“It is really about directing you towards whether the Government have succeeded or failed in their aims.”

“Based on ICAI’s reviews, has the Government’s international development funding delivered on their stated aims for international development?”

“I am wearing all black today to demonstrate my sorrow over a fatal stabbing that took place in my constituency yesterday. We all know that one death is one death too many, but I have had two deaths in my constituency in the last few weeks. My community needs reassurance. Knife crime must end. Will the Prime Minister sa…”

“I am pleased to be standing here this evening with this petition on behalf of my constituents. It states: “The petition of Grove Park station users”— and local residents and local businesses— “Declares that the Station needs improvement.” It is shameful that these improvements have not already taken place. The petition…”

“Just for clarification, at that debate I always said that more information would follow in due course. As soon as the decisions regarding the fund had been made, that information was laid before the House. I am sure that hon. Members will agree that we must continue to be grateful to the parents and carers of adopted a…”