Order. Questions to the Prime Minister?

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

I'm sure members across the House will wish to join me

in offering our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Professor Stephen Hawking,

who died earlier today.

Professor Hawking's exceptional contributions

to science and our knowledge of the universe speak for themselves. As his children have said,

his courage and persistence with his brilliance and humour inspired people across the world.

Members will also have seen reports of a number of suspicious packages targeting Muslim

Members.

I am sure the whole House will join me in condemning this unacceptable and abhorrent behaviour

which has no place in our society.

I can tell the House that an investigation is underway and steps are being taken to bring

the perpetrators to justice.

Mr Speaker, I would be making a statement following PMQs, updating the House on the Salisbury

incident. This morning I had meetings with ministerial colleagues and others. In addition to my duties

in this House, I shall have further such meetings later today.

Vicki Foxcroft.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I want to thank the Prime Minister

for agreeing to meet with me

to discuss the work of the cross-party

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