"I assure the Prime Minister that there will be a warm welcome for his measures today in Rugby, not only from the pubs and restaurants but in particular from the town centre traders. To accommodate 2-metre social distancing, there are works under way to provide an unwelcome one-way system and …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"Here in Britain we have companies with great brands and great products, and there has never been a more important time to promote them overseas and in emerging markets. So can the Prime Minister ensure that the new Department will maintain the same level of global political and economic influence …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"What discussions she has had with representatives of the member states of the African Union to help support the response to the covid-19 pandemic in Africa. ..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"The pandemic has shown us the vulnerability of not only the health systems in African countries, but their economies. The African Union has warned that nearly 20 million jobs may be lost. Has the Minister seen the excellent work of the African Development Bank as it focuses on the recovery …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"The Prime Minister spoke about the “spine” of our rail network, which is currently provided by the west coast main line. The upgrade of that line a few years ago led to many businesses being attracted to Rugby. What reassurance can he provide to them that, with HS2 bypassing Rugby, …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"Thank you, Sir Gary. It is a great pleasure to be the tail-ender in a debate that has had a very welcome change in tone from that of previous debates on this topic. First, I thank the voters of Rugby and Bulkington for returning me for the fourth time with …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"13. What recent steps the Government have taken to ensure that (a) businesses and (b) the public are prepared for the UK leaving the EU. ..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"In the light of yesterday’s vote, should businesses in Rugby accelerate their own preparations for leaving the EU without a deal?..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"Last week, I visited a logistics business in my constituency that sends parcels to the Republic of Ireland, and I heard about the concerns of its customers about the need for paperwork. The business has offered to do it and charge for the time spent—about 20 minutes per form—but I …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech
"T3. A number of former Rugby residents who live abroad, including Claire Nurcombe, who lives in France and who I still represent here, have told me about their wish to retain their voting rights in the UK. The Minister has already referred to the commitment to allow British nationals to …..." Mark Pawsey - View Speech