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HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe hon. Lady is quite right: it was a very good debate in Westminster Hall. Since then, I have asked my officials to do some work with key stakeholders to consider whether this…31 Jan 2019HANSARDMusic EducationOf course, the state of education that the Government inherited in 2010 was because of the previous Labour Government’s incompetence. As a consequence of Labour’s education…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismYes, I will. The reality is that those activities and so many others in his constituency bring not only soft power, encouraging people to come to his constituency, but economic…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismWith the Brecon Beacons national park, my hon. Friend’s entire constituency is one of many with considerable beauty and attraction for tourists internationally as well as…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismThe constituency certainly has one of the finest Members of Parliament. The important proposed tourism sector deal has moved into the negotiation phase, and we are exploring how…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismI absolutely agree. In fact, more people visit the theatre than go to premiership football matches in any given year. The theatre is a key part of our economy and encourages…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismIf you wish, Mr Speaker, I will certainly do that. I had not understood that to be the case, but I am happy to link that question with Question 5— [ Interruption. ] I will say yes.31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismTourism is an incredibly important part—one of the most important parts—of the UK economy, generating £68 billion a year and employing more than 1.5 million people. Visit Britain…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismI know what the Government want, Mr Speaker. So— [ Interruption. ] I think our colleague was going to ask a question.31 Jan 2019HANSARD Town of Culture AwardIt is a real pleasure to close this debate, Mr McCabe. I thank the right hon. Member for Delyn (David Hanson) for securing it and all hon. Members present for their valuable…23 Jan 2019HANSARD Town of Culture AwardThe hon. Gentleman will be among the first to know. Of course, there are already a number of Government-wide initiatives to invest in our towns and high streets. I have only a few…23 Jan 2019HANSARD Town of Culture AwardI cannot speak for the Secretary of State, but I will agree to meet. We will set that up, and I am happy to do so. My Department believes that place-based cultural investment…23 Jan 2019