Business of the House Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Business of the House

Nick Fletcher Excerpts
Thursday 24th March 2022

(2 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Mark Spencer Portrait Mark Spencer
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I am more than happy to pledge from this Dispatch Box my solidarity with those people who are fighting the closure of their churches. The hon. Gentleman is a huge champion in this House of religious freedom around the world, and I know that he will continue to be. He should be commended for the work he does not only in this place but around the world on the promotion of religious freedom.

Nick Fletcher Portrait Nick Fletcher (Don Valley) (Con)
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Does my right hon. Friend agree that it may be helpful to provide specific guidance for the good people of Don Valley and the UK who want to house Ukrainian refugees in dealing with and supporting people who have fled a war zone, may struggle with the English language and are adjusting to a new way of life separated from loved ones?

Mark Spencer Portrait Mark Spencer
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My hon. Friend is right to highlight the fact that the UK is welcoming many refugees from Ukraine who will, of course, come with their own challenges. There will be support from the Government on how to respond to that, but I will make sure that my noble Friend Lord Harrington is aware of his concerns and give him some guidance.