Business of the House Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Business of the House

Steve Yemm Excerpts
Thursday 15th May 2025

(1 day, 23 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lucy Powell Portrait Lucy Powell
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As a new Member of Parliament, the hon. Gentleman flies the flag for Spelthorne very well indeed. I know which constituency he represents and he should take great pride from that. I am sure that we can all recognise the historic Middlesex Day this week.

Steve Yemm Portrait Steve Yemm (Mansfield) (Lab)
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I plan to host in June a joint event with the Royal British Legion and the Ministry of Defence armed forces covenant team. The aim is to better inform MPs across the House about the current offering of the covenant. As part of the event, there will be an opportunity for all Members to engage with constituents sharing their experience of the armed forces covenant. Might the Leader of the House allow some Government time in the House in the week commencing 7 July so that these real voices and experiences can be heard in this place and represented by their local MP?

Lucy Powell Portrait Lucy Powell
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It sounds like my hon. Friend is organising a great event to share experiences of the armed forces covenant with Members of Parliament. He gives me a great deal of notice for the debate that he requests, so I will certainly consider it and ensure that he gets a full response.