Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Michael Ellis and Andrew Rosindell

Thursday 31st January 2019 Commons Chamber

[Michael Ellis]

What I can guarantee is that my portfolio involves looking after the interests of musicians and orchestras. The Department does that by lobbying where appropriate and by discussing such matters with the Home Office, which is ultimately responsible for immigration issues. I met the Association of British Orchestras only last week. We are ensuring that musicians are looked after. They are an important part of our economy.

[Andrew Rosindell (Romford) (Con)]

8. What steps his Department is taking to encourage more international sport to be played in the UK.