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HANSARDShared Prosperity FundMy constituency and the rest of Cornwall continues to be one of the less developed areas, even though there is much going for where we are and where we live. What would the…02 Jul 2019HANSARD EU Structural Funds: Least Developed RegionsI am glad to have the opportunity to speak in this interesting and important debate. The six Cornish MPs went to the Treasury some time ago to set out why it was so important to…26 Jun 2019HANSARD EU Structural Funds: Least Developed RegionsMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. As I say, we have heard nothing yet to suggest that the economy in Cornwall and on Scilly could not thrive. It is really important to MPs in…26 Jun 2019HANSARD EU Structural Funds: Least Developed RegionsI welcome that intervention, but I will continue with my point about the real problem for us in west Cornwall. Quite often, there are two options in Cornwall. One is to go away to…26 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020The hon. Gentleman will realise that I do not fully support everything he has just said, but I support what he says about next year. That is the whole point of this debate. We…18 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020That is the argument I will be making as I remind the House about the incredible event that took place on VE Day and explain why it is absolutely right that we set aside time to…18 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020I thank my hon. Friend for that intervention. The days that he has referenced are really good opportunities for MPs to take part in the commemorations that happen right across the…18 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020I am grateful for the opportunity to bring this important issue before the House; it concerns many of my constituents and many other people around the country. Since being elected…18 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020I welcome that intervention, and I would be happy to apply for a Westminster Hall debate with the hon. Gentleman if he chose to speak on that further. I want to make the point…18 Jun 2019HANSARD Bank Holidays in 2020I am glad that I have support from around the House, because Adjournment debates are often poorly attended. I thank the hon. Gentleman for that intervention, and I completely…18 Jun 2019HANSARDDiscrimination in SportI have just been handed an envelope, so I think I need to speak quickly. I am not sure whether I need to declare this, but I recently became a trustee of the Cornish Sport…12 Jun 2019HANSARDDiscrimination in SportOf course, what the hon. Lady says is right. My entire constituency is surrounded by our immense coastline, as are the Isles of Scilly—it is a great chore for me to have to visit…12 Jun 2019HANSARDEngagementsWhen I meet constituents over 75 years old, I see a lifetime of contribution to our economy, society and Great Britain. Can the Prime Minister do anything at all to reverse the…12 Jun 2019HANSARDNet Zero Emissions TargetCornwall was early in declaring a climate emergency, and it will be glad to hear today’s commitment, not least because of the opportunity to create well-paid, skilled jobs by…12 Jun 2019HANSARDPost Office Services: Rural AreasI thank the Minister for her response but, unfortunately, there is one fewer post office today, as Porthleven post office in west Cornwall closes. Six months ago, the Minister…11 Jun 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.11 Jun 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMost of us have hospitals, schools, council buildings and police stations in our constituencies. What more can the Government do to encourage the use of renewable energy in those…11 Jun 2019HANSARDPost Office Services: Rural Areas9. What steps he is taking to ensure that people can access post office services in rural areas.11 Jun 2019HANSARD Crime and Antisocial Behaviour: Small TownsI welcome that intervention. High streets are in big enough trouble as it is without all this stuff going on. In St Ives and Penzance, people started to put stuff on Facebook.…05 Jun 2019HANSARD Crime and Antisocial Behaviour: Small TownsI congratulate the hon. Member for Batley and Spen (Tracy Brabin) on securing this important debate. It is great to have the opportunity to talk about policing and to commend our…05 Jun 2019