Wednesday, 8 July 2020
Virtual participation in proceedings commenced (Order, 4 June). [NB: [V] denotes a Member participating virtually.]
The Secretary of State was asked—
What recent discussions he has had with the First Minister of Wales on the covid-19 outbreak.
What steps the Government are taking to help support the tourism industry in Wales during the covid-19 outbreak.
What steps his Department is taking to support economic recovery in Wales as the covid-19 lockdown restrictions are eased.
What recent discussions he has had with the Welsh Government on the UK’s trade negotiations with the EU.
What discussions he has had with the Welsh Government on the effect on levels of employment of the continuation of covid-19 lockdown restrictions in Wales.
What recent discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy on support for Welsh businesses affected by the covid-19 outbreak.
What steps the Government are taking to support people affected by flooding in Wales.
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 8 July 2020
I stood here in March saying I knew people were worried, and I know they are worried still. We have taken decisive action to protect our economy, but people are anxious about losing their job and...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 51(2)), That, pursuant to section 5 of the Provisional Collection of Taxes Act 1968, provisional statutory effect shall be given to...
Motion for leave to bring in a Bill ( Standing Order No. 23)
I beg to move, That this House has considered the economy. It is a privilege to open this economic debate, and to do so hot on the heels of a statement from the Chancellor that places the...
Ordered, That, at the sitting on Thursday 9 July, notwithstanding the provisions of Standing Order No. 55(1) (Questions on voting of estimates, etc.) relating to the moment of interruption, the...
I rise to present a position opposing the abolition of the Department for International Development. Since 1997, DFID has been a stand-alone Department and, working with its international...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Tom Pursglove.)
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