Business of the House Debate

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Business of the House

Alison Hume Excerpts
Thursday 23rd April 2026

(1 day, 12 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Alan Campbell Portrait Sir Alan Campbell
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As I have said, there may well be such an opportunity after the King’s Speech, when the Government will have more time for general debates, and I will certainly consider the hon. Gentleman’s request.

Alison Hume Portrait Alison Hume (Scarborough and Whitby) (Lab)
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Last month, I was thrilled to see Scarborough rugby union football club crowned regional 2 north-east champions—the highest level in the club’s history. The club does brilliant work in the Scarborough community, with various teams for women and for rugby players of all levels. Will the Leader of the House join me in celebrating Scarborough RUFC’s historic victory and its vital contribution to Scarborough?

Alan Campbell Portrait Sir Alan Campbell
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I certainly join my hon. Friend in congratulating Scarborough RUFC on its success. Not only that club, but rugby clubs across our country are so important in local sports. Very often, they are at the heart of our local communities because, moving beyond the sport they play, they get involved in all sorts of other things, and I thank rugby clubs for everything they do.