Before we begin, may I encourage Members to wear masks when they are not speaking, in line with current Government guidance and that of the House of Commons Commission? Although the Xs on the seats have now gone, please give each other and members of staff space when seated, and when entering and leaving the room.
Members should send their speaking notes to our colleagues at Hansard—the email address is hansardnotes@parliament.uk. Similarly, officials should communicate electronically with Ministers rather than pass them notes, as happened in the old days.