All 1 Debates between David Linden and Colin Clark

Section 5 of the European Communities (Amendment) Act 1993

Debate between David Linden and Colin Clark
Tuesday 26th March 2019

(5 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Colin Clark Portrait Colin Clark
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We are the party of optimism and, on the subject of optimism, I will let a pessimist speak up.

David Linden Portrait David Linden (Glasgow East) (SNP)
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The hon. Gentleman spoke earlier about the UK’s high ranking in Forbes magazine. Can he tell us how the UK rates on food bank usage?

Colin Clark Portrait Colin Clark
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That is the difference between the hon. Gentleman and me, because I consider the fact there are food banks to support people to be an example of charitableness. I want to celebrate the success of this country, not the failure, and it is the Conservative party that will make sure this country is a success.