Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 7:48 pm on 18 May 2022.
Greg Knight
Conservative, East Yorkshire
7:48,
18 May 2022
I declare an interest similar to the hon. Gentleman’s. Is he aware that the views that he is expressing are not unique to the Opposition, because many Government Members share his appreciation for composers and his passion for music?
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