"Famers say that crops are rotting in the ground because of a lack of European labour. When will we see a seasonal agricultural workers scheme?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"Does my right hon. Friend agree that suggestions of an extension of any transition period are likely to be welcomed by many sectors of our economy? In the past few weeks, businesses have lined up to express their concern about the time available to provide business continuity and to safeguard …..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"When will we see a seasonal agricultural workers scheme for UK farmers to ensure that our crops do not rot in the ground?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"T2. The United Kingdom will have no role in approving new drugs through the European Medicines Agency during the transition period. Will the Minister confirm that that will have no impact on regulatory standards or patients’ access to vital medicines?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"Blaenau Gwent has just been boosted by the arrival of the car company, TVR. Does the Minister agree that we need a customs union with the European Union for such ventures to survive and thrive?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"Blaenau Gwent was a net beneficiary from the EU. To boost our economy, we need continuous investment for jobs, so will the Minister commit to the same high levels of infrastructure investment for the future?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"Will the Secretary of State be clearer, please? How many EU laws will become UK laws? I think he has denied that it could be up to 1,000, so what is his best estimate?..." Nick Smith - View Speech
"Blaenau Gwent has relied on EU structural funding in recent years and, though we are leaving the EU, the need for infrastructure investment remains really high. Infrastructure has a long lead-in, so will the Secretary of State tell me what transitional arrangements will be in place to ensure that Blaenau …..." Nick Smith - View Speech