Wednesday, 25 October 2017
The Secretary of State was asked—
What assessment he has made of the effect of the proposed closures of jobcentres on local communities in Scotland.
What his policy is on devolving further powers to Scotland as a result of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU; and if he will make a statement.
What steps the Government are taking to support the oil and gas industry in the north-east of Scotland.
What recent discussions he has had with his Cabinet colleagues and the Scottish Government on VAT exemptions.
What progress he has made on the borderlands growth deal initiative in Dumfries and Galloway.
What discussions he has had with his Cabinet colleagues and the Scottish Government on the role of the Joint Ministerial Committee on EU Negotiations in the negotiations on the UK leaving the EU.
What assessment he has made of the effect of the roll-out of universal credit on families in Scotland.
What progress he has made on the transfer of welfare powers to the Scottish Parliament under the Scotland Act 2016.
If she will list her official engagements for Wednesday 25 October.
On a point of order, Mr Speaker. I refer you to the Committee of the whole House on the European Union (Notification of Withdrawal) Bill on 7 February 2017.
Motion for leave to bring in a Bill ( Standing Order No. 23)
[Relevant documents: Eighth Report of the Communities and Local Government Committee, Session 2016-17, Adult social care: a pre-Budget report, HC 47, Ninth Report of the Communities and Local...
Order. People must not walk in front of the person who is about to speak from the Dispatch Box.
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Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Rebecca Harris.)
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