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Ben Spencer is a Conservative MP, and on the vast majority of issues votes the same way as other Conservative MPs.
However, Ben Spencer sometimes differs from their party colleagues, such as:
We have lots more plain English analysis of Ben Spencer’s voting record on issues like health, welfare, taxation and more. Visit Ben Spencer’s full vote analysis page for more.
Ben Spencer has occasionally rebelled against their party in the current parliament. Find out more.
What support the Government are providing to help local authorities experiencing a reduction in income as a result of the covid-19 outbreak.
I very much welcome the incredible financial support provided to local authorities, particularly through the national leisure recovery fund. Does my hon. Friend agree that supporting council provision of health and leisure centres is vital in helping us to keep healthy and to support our mental wellbeing? Will he look at the situation in my local authorities, Runnymede and Elmbridge borough...
What support the Government are providing to help local authorities experiencing a reduction in income as a result of the covid-19 outbreak.
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Entered the House of Commons on 13 December 2019 — General election
Last updated: 18 Jan 2021.
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