Mr Peter Butler
Former MP for North East Milton Keynes
Former MP for North East Milton Keynes
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Can my hon. Friend confirm that this is another case where the generosity of the Treasury is unlimited, and that the grants available are uncapped? Is he aware that, in common with many colleagues on this side of the House, I wrote to my returning officer some weeks ago asking him to ensure that arrangements for the disabled were in place before the general election?
To ask the Prime Minister if he will list his official engagements for Tuesday 11 March. [18068]
Will my right hon. Friend join me in congratulating the Church primary schools on their exceptional performance, as shown in the league tables that were published today? Is that not further and conclusive proof that traditional teaching methods, employed in an atmosphere in which achievement is expected and there are strict rules and discipline, are not only the most successful but the only...
Former MP for North East Milton Keynes
Entered the House of Commons on 9 April 1992 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 8 April 1997 — General election
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