Thursday, 8 July 2010
The Secretary of State was asked-
What steps he plans to take to encourage inward investment to the north-west.
When he last met the Deputy First Minister in the Welsh Assembly Government to discuss policy to support businesses in Wales.
What factors he took into account in deciding to withdraw the £80 million loan facility to Sheffield Forgemasters.
What recent assessment he has made of trends in levels of investment by manufacturing industry; and if he will make a statement.
What the eligibility criteria will be for further education colleges for funding from the recently announced renewal and enhanced renewal grant schemes.
What plans he has to ensure the financial viability of the Post Office network.
What assessment he has made of the contribution of small and medium-sized enterprises to economic recovery.
What plans his Department has to improve the employability of graduates.
How many further education colleges will receive capital funding from his Department in 2010-11.
What recent steps he has taken to increase access to finance for small businesses.
What plans he has for the future funding of university-based research.
If he will make representations to his EU counterparts to require that the proposed EU free trade agreement with Peru and Colombia undergoes ratification in each member state.
When he last met representatives of Universities UK; and what matters were discussed at that meeting.
What steps he is taking to support the UK's science and innovation industry.
What discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on health and safety regulations affecting businesses.
What recent steps he has taken to increase access to finance for small businesses.
If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
Will the Leader of the House give us the forthcoming business?
Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on stop and search powers under section 44 of the Terrorism Act 2000. On Wednesday last week, the European Court of Human Rights ruled that its...
On a point of order, Mr Speaker. May I draw your attention to what appears to be a major defect in our procedures in the House? Our sister Parliaments in Canada and the Netherlands-countries that...
I beg to move, That this House has considered the matter of defendant anonymity. I welcome the opportunity to speak on this subject for a second time. On this occasion, I am a little less...
Motion made, That, notwithstanding the practice of the House as to the intervals between stages of Bills brought in upon Ways and Means Resolutions, more than one stage of the Finance Bill may be...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. -(Mr Goodwill.)
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