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HANSARDTourism Sector DealIf the hon. Gentleman looks at the sector deal, he will see a great commitment to the development of careers in the hospitality industry, including 30,000 apprenticeships a year.…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTourism Sector DealI am fearful that I shall find myself in an invidious position, given the competing claims of west country Members. All I will say is that, on this day of the 50th anniversary of…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTourism Sector DealThat is a strange point for the hon. Gentleman to make, given that our tourism sector deal—the subject of this question—has been hailed by the industry as a pivotal moment for it.…16 Jul 2019HANSARDConsumer ProtectionIn June, the Government announced steps to ensure that consumers will not be punished for their loyalty. We are giving increased powers to the Competition and Markets Authority to…16 Jul 2019HANSARDConsumer ProtectionMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise that point. The Competition and Markets Authority is taking enforcement action against the major hotel booking sites precisely because…16 Jul 2019HANSARDConsumer ProtectionWe have already had exchanges across the Chamber on the move to electric vehicles. The investments of recent days are moving us towards a clean and green fleet. With his…16 Jul 2019HANSARDConsumer ProtectionI completely agree with my hon. Friend.16 Jul 2019HANSARDConsumer ProtectionFor precisely those reasons, the issue is already being looked at by the Competition and Markets Authority. It is important that people are not penalised and do not find it…16 Jul 2019HANSARDUK Automotive Sector: No-deal BrexitI am sure the hon. Gentleman welcomes the commitment given by Vauxhall’s owners to invest in Ellesmere Port, but he is absolutely right that they have said that that depends on a…16 Jul 2019HANSARDUK Automotive Sector: No-deal BrexitThe industrial strategy chose to invest to make Britain a leading location for the next generation of vehicles, irrespective of Brexit. This month, we have worked with Jaguar Land…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMay I take this opportunity to say to the hon. Member for Salford and Eccles (Rebecca Long Bailey) that although she and I strongly disagree on various issues, including on the…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Gentleman is absolutely right. We are evaluating the responses we have had from the creative industries and others on that issue. I fully recognise that it is an…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI value very highly everyone who works in my Department, whether they are directly employed or employed through contractors. Of course, we will always require our contractors to…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs I said in answer to earlier questions, the Competition and Markets Authority has recognised the unacceptable position of loyal customers being overcharged, and it is acting to…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI work very well with not only the Scotland Office here but the Scottish Government, and I am happy to take that up after this session.16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am happy to respond to my right hon. Friend. The problem that she identifies is a real and present one. We are taking steps to require information given to Companies House, and…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI did not have the hon. Gentleman down as a poet, as well as his other accomplishments. The sector deal that has been signed very much relates to the whole United Kingdom, and I…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsYou were right, Mr Speaker; this is becoming a habit. I am happy to respond to the hon. Lady. The ability—especially in the creative industries, but also in professional and…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI will indeed. I have been in touch with the owners of the site. My hon. Friend is absolutely right: the most important thing is that a new owner should be found for that historic…16 Jul 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Gentleman is absolutely right. It was a proud moment for all of us to have the commitment that Jaguar Land Rover has made. I know everyone is immensely proud not just of…16 Jul 2019