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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 06 Jun 2018
Retail Sector

"I am really pleased to have the opportunity to speak in this debate on the retail sector because it is hugely important to my constituency, where 23%—nearly a quarter—of jobs are in retail. That is 8,000 jobs and the highest percentage of retail jobs in any constituency across Great Britain. …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 06 Jun 2018
Retail Sector

"I recognise what the hon. Gentleman says. There are jobs in different areas, but that does not take away from the fact that we need these jobs as well as all those others in the sector.

As I said, the Government’s industrial strategy barely mentions the retail sector, with only …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 01 May 2018
Oral Answers to Questions

"18. What steps he is taking to support the retail sector. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 01 May 2018
Oral Answers to Questions

"The retail sector is hugely important to my constituency, from the Metrocentre through to the small fruit and veg shops on the high street. Given that the retail sector is the UK’s largest industry, will the Minister explain the rationale behind the Government’s decision to do so little for the …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 07 Feb 2018
Taylor Review

"The general secretary of the TUC, Frances O’Grady, has said that these measures will do nothing to tackle the problem of what she describes as

“the hire and fire culture of zero-hours contracts or sham self-employment.”

I know my constituents in Blaydon, many of whom work in the gig economy, …..."
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Speech in General Committees - Thu 11 Jan 2018
Draft Higher Education (Access and Participation Plans) (England) Regulations 2018

"Does my hon. Friend agree that it is crucial for us to address access for part-time and mature students, so we can equalise chances as well as improving our economic performance in future? It is important that we plan to address that aspect...."
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Written Question
UK Notified Bodies
Wednesday 6th December 2017

Asked by: Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)

Question to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what steps the Government is taking to ensure UK notified bodies continue to operate effectively after the UK leaves the EU.

Answered by Margot James

We recognise the valuable role that third party testing plays in giving business, consumers and the public confidence in products on the market and we have been engaging with manufacturers and testing bodies across the country to understand their concerns.

Through the EU Withdrawal Bill we will convert the body of existing EU law into domestic law with the aim of providing maximum legal certainty and confidence for citizens, consumers and businesses.

We want to agree a deep and special partnership with the EU that is based on the fundamental beliefs we share in free trade and high regulatory standards. The future relationship between the UK and the EU with respect to conformity assessment and other compliance activity is a matter for future negotiations.

Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 28 Nov 2017
Budget Resolutions

"I declare an interest as an elected member of Gateshead Council.

I want to speak about what is not in this Budget, because those things are important to my constituents in Blaydon, many of whom are struggling to cope with daily life and supporting their families. First, I want to …..."
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Written Question
Energy: Prices
Wednesday 13th September 2017

Asked by: Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)

Question to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what plans he has to introduce an energy price cap.

Answered by Margot James

My Rt Hon Friend the Secretary of State has written to the Chief Executive of Ofgem asking him to advise on what action the regulator intends to take to safeguard consumers on the poorest value tariffs and to consider the future of standard variable tariffs. The Secretary of State will consider further action in the light of Ofgem’s proposals and remains prepared to legislate if necessary.

Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 19 Jul 2017
Tuition Fees

"Thank you, Mr Speaker, for allowing me to make my maiden speech in this important debate on tuition fees—a subject that came up time and time again on the doorstep in Blaydon. I know this debate will be of interest to many constituents.

I would like to start by thanking …..."
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