Since we last met, the media regulator Ofcom has again reprimanded GB News for breaching impartiality rules. Ofcom says that news programmes should not be presented by politicians. The Tory Benches host a plethora of Ofcom rule-breaching MPs who leave this place to freelance as pretendy news presenters on a channel that spreads conspiracy theories and disinformation, and that undermines Ofcom. I am on the side of journalism, not disinformation. Does the Minister agree with me that GB News should drop the propaganda and obey the regulator?

Coverage of yesterday's Commons chaos showed how desperately we need good-quality journalism, so I am concerned about BBC Scotland's request to Ofcom for a reduction in its broadcast news output, especially the loss of “The Nine”. Despite concerns, will the Minister oppose this change?

Can the Minister share with journalists across the world how the Government's refusal to call for a ceasefire is advancing the cause of journalistic freedom or peace in the region, and can she tell us who the Government's position has persuaded apart from those on the Labour Front Bench?

Over the last 10 days, the BBC has been deeply engaged in self-analysis regarding accusations about Huw Edwards. For days, this story dominated every bulletin. I chose not to comment until more information was available. Now that an investigation is underway and the police have ruled out criminality, what lessons can be drawn? Politicians should exercise caution before condemning developing stories, especially those reported by The Sun.

The situation for musicians looking to tour in the EU is worse than before Brexit. Paul Smith of VOCES8 Foundation described it as a 'nightmare'. Talented Scottish singer Iona Fyfe noted that promoters choose not to book emerging acts from the UK to avoid bureaucracy. We have seen 50,000 job losses since Brexit. How many more will it take for Ministers to address their responsibilities?

What signal does the Minister think sending by focusing on 'drag story time' sends to vulnerable LGBT children?

What reassurances can be given to BBC staff and public that plum positions will not go to individuals involved in lavish donations?

Does the Secretary of State believe the public think it is ever acceptable for anyone to donate hundreds of thousands to a political party and then be appointed by that same political party to a plum public post—in the case of BBC chair Richard Sharp, having been interviewed, we now learn, by a panel including another Tory party donor? Rigorous—really?

Given that the new Prime Minister pledged to expand the seasonal worker scheme if elected, when will this be done?

In what could be our last exchange across the Dispatch Box, I recognise that the Secretary of State cannot bind her successor's hands, but as we move away from post-truth politics and culture wars, perhaps she can leave doing some good. The lottery is a gambling addiction for many. Tickets can be charged legally to credit cards, building up huge debts. When Camelot is replaced, can this practice be reformed?

Given paragraph 104 rules out such a committee, what is the Secretary of State's actual position?

There was déjà vu over Christmas with the appointment of a preferred candidate for Charity Commission chair. The appointee resigned within a week when it was found he sent a photo in Victoria's Secret store. Does no vetting happen during appointments? Can we ensure a smoother process next time?

Does the Minister agree it's damning that no professional player has come out publicly in football? Will she call on football bodies to urgently address why this is and create safe environments for players to express themselves openly?

I would also like to welcome the Secretary of State to her place. We know that the Taliban respect only violent power. They care nothing for culture or heritage. UNESCO is monitoring the evolving situation, focusing on the universal rights to education, freedom of expression and heritage. Does the Secretary of State agree that the women standing up for their rights and national culture in street protests are extraordinarily brave? Will she outline what the UK Government will be doing to protect all those who feel abandoned in Afghanistan, whether they are women, LGBT people or minorities who fear for their lives and futures?

Why do Ministers want to sell off a profitable institution like Channel 4 free of taxpayer cost, given concerns over cuts to independent production and loss of regional focus?

The Public Law Project requested a breakdown of Government spending on judicial review, but it said that the information received was “barely a fraction of what should have been published. It is not detailed or clear enough to give any meaningful insight as to how judicial review impacts Government departments”. Why are the Government so reluctant to publish everything requested?

What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on plans to review the relationship between Government and the courts.

I am concerned that cuts have led to almost 800 library closures, the Whitehall Bell Foundry has been passed into the hands of commercial developers, and we have not heard what will replace Creative Europe culture funding. Should the Culture Secretary not be focusing on sorting out the Brexit visa mess rather than meddling in museums?

My goodness, what a disastrous week for the UK Government. While they have been mired in scandal and slithering through sleaze, the SNP has committed to doubling the Scottish child payment and carers allowance and to introducing a new winter heating payment. Does the Chancellor accept that these are more noble social objectives than enriching well-placed cronies?

What recent assessment has he made of the effect of his policies on living standards?

Have you engaged in bilateral talks over visa agreements for artists since rejecting a deal from the EU? With which countries and what progress has been made?

While the UK Government are extending rates relief for only three months in England, the Scottish Government are doing so for the whole year, helping the retail, hospitality, leisure and aviation sectors. The Scottish Government want to go further still, so will the Minister support Scottish businesses by calling for the full devolution of financial powers to Scotland?

What hope does the Minister offer those who face losing work because of Brexit?

What offer has his Department made to and received from the EU on reciprocal visa-free travel for touring musicians during negotiations on the future relationship with the EU?

Like petulant weans, Ministers have walked away from negotiations on musicians' and artists' visas. Surely the Secretary of State must now realise that renegotiations are the only option. Going off in a huff is not the answer; this is all far too important.

Will the Minister ensure that the Government expose the widely documented crimes committed by Saudi personnel with US counterparts as they undertake this review? Will he take a leaf out of the American book and reassess whether we should be enabling the Saudi regime, given the awful crimes it has committed?

Which overseas armed forces have received military training in the UK since 1 January 2020?

The independent Information Commissioner recently revealed that the Conservative party had racially and religiously profiled 10 million voters at the last election. I was shocked to learn that it did this by buying data that identified a person's…ethnic origin and religion based on their first and last name. Can the Minister explain to the House why his party does this?

The hard-hit creative industries face not only the challenge of covid, but the looming threat of Brexit. The live music industry contributes more than £1 billion annually to the economy. EU nationals, are, of course, a vital part of this picture, with 750,000 music tourists visiting the UK. Barriers to travel—inevitable after Brexit—could lead to many of them going elsewhere in Europe. Brexit is not only a problem for those attending festivals from the EU, but a threat to those who perform at or work for festivals. There is endless red tape in the form of ATA carnets and the necessity for individual work visas. The Government are yet to come up with a viable solution to any of these problems. Given that, does the Minister accept that disruption to the ability of essential EU industry professionals and European visitors coming to the UK will harm this sector and damage the economy at a time when its success could not be more important?

What discussions has he had with Prime Minister and Home Secretary regarding serious allegations from senior lawyers?

What discussions has he had with Cabinet colleagues regarding upholding the rule of law?

That was simply not good enough from the Minister. The preamble to the constitution of UNESCO states: 'since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defences of peace must be constructed', and that is the guiding principle of so many cross-border cultural initiatives such as Creative Europe. The decision to end our participation in the programme not only erects barriers to cultural exchange but sends a loud and clear message to our closest neighbours that Britain is closed for collaboration. With non-EU members such as Norway, Ukraine and even Tunisia participating, can the Minister explain the UK Government's decision to withdraw from Creative Europe as anything other than narrow-minded Brexit isolationism?

Will the Minister commit to stepping in to cover costs for the most vulnerable, given that some poorest and most vulnerable pensioners will be hit with TV licence fee charges?