"On the council tax freeze, does my hon. Friend agree that if local councils are to be accountable to the people who elect them, it is essential to protect the autonomy of local government to raise its own funds, rather than giving councillors the choice between making worse cuts and …..." Ged Killen - View Speech
"May I associate myself with your kind words on the sad passing of Michael Martin, Mr Speaker?
Does the Minister believe it is economically viable for councils to continue to use what little reserves they have left in the delivery of adult social care in their area?..." Ged Killen - View Speech
"15. What steps he is taking to support local authorities to fulfil their statutory duties in relation to children in care. ..." Ged Killen - View Speech
"With the education disparity between looked-after and non-looked-after children being so wide, what more does the Minister believe local authorities can do to bridge the gap?..." Ged Killen - View Speech
"12. What discussions he has had with local authorities on local government contingency arrangements as a result of Carillion entering liquidation. ..." Ged Killen - View Speech
"Following revelations in the Sunday Herald that Keith Cochrane, the interim CEO of Carillion, sits on the Government’s network of non-executive directors, can the Minister advise on whether he or anyone from his Department has taken advice from or held meetings with Keith Cochrane?..." Ged Killen - View Speech