Replacement of the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Debate between Alberto Costa and Penny Mordaunt
Monday 17th October 2022
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Penny Mordaunt
I think that the Chancellor should be able to come to the Floor of the House and outline his policies. This is a serious moment. We want to ensure that the markets are reassured, and I suggest that any questions that the hon. Lady has on economic policy are directed to the Chancellor.
Alberto Costa (South Leicestershire) (Con)
In her answer to the Leader of the Opposition, my right hon. Friend abundantly demonstrated to this House what an enormous asset she is to the governing party. Does she agree that any single Conservative MP would make a fantastic Chancellor, well above any socialist or separatist on the Opposition Benches?
Penny Mordaunt
In terms of the Opposition’s performance, I think Larry the cat would give them a run for their money.