Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 08 Feb 2012 Rural Schools
"I am so sorry. I hesitate to quote, but the Conservatives’ own manifesto on rural areas based on freedom of information requests to local councils established that more than 400 rural schools were closed between 1997 and 2010...." Rory Stewart - View Speech
"A man may not make a maiden speech twice. Due to a misunderstanding in Westminster Hall, I appear to have lost my maidenhood, so I apologise to the House. I would like to speak about amendment 71, but very briefly, with your permission, Mr Caton, I would like first to …..." Rory Stewart - View Speech
"With respect, I have a sister with SEN. I intend no disrespect at all, but the question we are addressing today is how best to serve such people. When I make a distinction between administration and law, I am making a distinction between the end—our objective, which is to help …..." Rory Stewart - View Speech
"I thank the hon. Gentleman for giving way. What is the relevance of this to amendment 71? I do not understand how it is relevant...." Rory Stewart - View Speech