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Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Rachel Helen Maclean (Conservative, Centre-right): Redditch is only a short hop away from the HS2 terminus in Birmingham, so I welcome today’s announcement. Does the Prime Minister agree that, because my constituency has the highest rate of people going to work by bus, Redditch is the perfect candidate for Britain’s first all-electric bus town?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Andrew Theakstone Percy (Conservative, Centre-right): We have had the fluffy end of the lollipop for too long in the north on transport funding, so I am made up by this decision on HS2 and HS3, and I support the comments of the right hon. Member for Doncaster North (Edward Miliband). Will the Prime Minister look at the operator service option fund for underutilised lines? There are just two services on the Goole-Snaith-Leeds line every day, which is not enough to allow the people of Leeds to come and enjoy Goole, so can he look at that and ensure that those lines are better used?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Mark Julian Francis Pawsey (Conservative, Centre-right): The Prime Minister spoke about the "spine" of our rail network, which is currently provided by the west coast main line. The upgrade of that line a few years ago led to many businesses being attracted to Rugby. What reassurance can he provide to them that, with HS2 bypassing Rugby, we will retain fast services on a well-maintained railway?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Anthony Edward Timpson (Conservative, Centre-right): How do we realise more benefits for towns such as Winsford in my constituency by integrating Northern Powerhouse Rail, the conventional rail network and HS2? Can my right hon. Friend confirm that the Cheshire salt mines and the threat of sinkholes will be considered as part of the next review?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Kieran John Mullan (Conservative, Centre-right): I welcome the announcement today—the Prime Minister has well and truly swept the leaves off the line of transport infrastructure investment in this country. I know that jobs and businesses will benefit not in London but locally, in Crewe and Nantwich. When it comes to bus investment, can we ensure that local residents have a strong voice in deciding where the new buses go and how often they go there?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alec Shelbrooke (Conservative, Centre-right): I congratulate the Prime Minister on grasping the nettle and building this infrastructure in the north, which is really welcome and delivers on our manifesto promises. One reason for the rising costs in Leeds is the incompetence of Leeds City Council—with a Labour leader, who, quite frankly, could not organise an event at one of the local breweries—which is putting the station in a totally inappropriate place. As part of the review, will my right hon. Friend look properly at where the station is located and the ability to use existing rail routes and infrastructure?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Government Operations
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): There will be a review—I must be clear with the House. We will be going forward with the whole programme, but we will ensure that we get proper value and proper political leadership and grip of the whole programme.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Paul Howell (Conservative, Centre-right): I particularly welcome the Northern Powerhouse Rail connection with HS2. Will the Prime Minister look at the procurement process and ensure that UK-based companies, such as Hitachi Rail in my constituency, have a real chance of getting the business out of it? Can it be done as quickly as possible, so that they have an opportunity to plan?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): On the contrary, HS2 will shorten journey times across the whole United Kingdom, in particular Scotland. Indeed, as I said earlier, there will be Barnett consequentials following the fantastic announcements that we have made today about buses and other modes of transport.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Holly Mumby-Croft (Conservative, Centre-right): I am grateful to the Prime Minister for his statement and vision to power up the north through transport. Historically, Scunthorpe steel has been used for many national infrastructure projects such as the two HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carriers. Does he agree that we should use our world-class steel such as that we produce in Scunthorpe for such projects?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): I pay tribute to the workers of British Steel for what they do. Most of our train tracks come from British Steel, whether in Scunthorpe or elsewhere, and we will do our utmost, notwithstanding the difficulties that the plant faces, to ensure that that remains the case in future.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): I think I can say without fear of contradiction that I have built more cycle lanes than anyone else in the House—that was not always popular—but that is nothing compared with what we are about to do. The investment that we are about to make in buses is absolutely colossal, and I am surprised that the hon. Gentleman finds grounds for criticism.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): My right hon. Friend makes an extremely good point, and I shall certainly examine the London to Hastings route. I do not know which part of the anatomy it should be, but it is vital to our nation’s prosperity, whatever it is.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): As I have told the House, we have electrified the line up to Cardiff. When it comes to tunnels—it is not a widely known fact—the Welsh Labour Government, which the hon. Gentleman supports, spent £144 million on a study on whether or not to open the Brynglas tunnels. Open the tunnels and unblock the muscles of the Welsh dragon.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
James Roger Cartlidge (Conservative, Centre-right): I very much welcome the statement, particularly my right hon. Friend’s commitment to a more convenient ticketing system. Many of my constituents commute into London three or four days a week for a better work-life balance, but find that they have no choice but to pay the cost of a full-time season ticket. I urge him to ensure that the trial of part-time season tickets is rolled out nationwide so that we have a ticketing system that suits the modern-day reality of our flexible labour force?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): The road to Hull is paved with good intentions, and we intend to build it. We will make sure that we have Hull fully as part of our vision for High Speed North, and I am sure that the hon. Lady’s contribution will be warmly welcomed.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Miriam Joy Cates (Conservative, Centre-right): I thank my right hon. Friend for his announcement, and I agree that we need both buses and trains to connect our communities. However, can he reassure my constituents in Penistone and Stocksbridge, which has many rural areas, that investment in buses will benefit our rural towns and villages, not just our big cities?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend is absolutely right, which is indeed the point of the investment in buses. Everyone knows from talking to their constituents that a decent, reliable bus route can be absolutely transformative of their lives and of their kids’ prospects, so we will do that across the country.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): I thank the hon. Gentleman for his support for the name of Old Oak Common. We will make sure that we take control properly of the management of that fantastic project. There is huge potential for success at Old Oak. Indeed, it presents a potential link between the great west line and HS2. We will also ensure that we take proper control of what is happening at Euston which, he would agree, has been a shambles. We have a special purpose vehicle established to get the maximum value for the taxpayer from that project.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Simon James Hoare (Conservative, Centre-right): I welcome entirely the statement by my right hon. Friend. Anyone who is interested in increasing productivity and global Britain could not fail to do so. In response to the question that he was asked a moment ago, would he take into account, with regard to rural bus provision, the fact that social mobility in our rural areas needs a boost? These buses can help to achieve that. When taking funding decisions, will rural sparsity be taken into account as a trigger?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): Yes, of course. Rural need and rural sparsity will certainly be taken into account, as we will take into account the needs of all towns and communities. It is not only that these buses will help people to get to work or wherever they need to go; they give businesses the certainty and confidence that they can invest in that town, in the knowledge that they can employ people who can commute easily.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Greg Smith (Conservative, Centre-right): May I urge my right hon. Friend and, indeed, anyone who seeks to celebrate the HS2 decision to keep central in their mind the blight that it will bring to communities up and down the route, not just on the landscape but on people’s lives? Throughout the enabling works so far, people have been left in severe financial hardship. Can we have an independent body with real power to scrutinise every decision that HS2 Ltd makes?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend is entirely right in what he says. I speak as an MP for a seat on the route. As in his constituency, thousands of people have faced confusion and uncertainty about HS2, and it is vital that they are treated properly, which is why the construction commission will look at making sure that everyone is treated fairly.
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Harriett Mary Morison Baldwin (Conservative, Centre-right): As a west midlands MP, I warmly welcome today’s announcement, and I thank the Prime Minister and the Transport Secretary for working with West Midlands Mayor, Andy Street. Will he confirm, as we move towards net zero, that the extra capacity on our railways will allow lorries carrying freight to come off our motorways?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Jason McCartney (Conservative, Centre-right): Does the Prime Minister agree with me that we now have a wonderful opportunity to win hearts and minds on High Speed North by getting thousands of SMEs involved in procurement and tens of thousands of young apprentices trained up, and the Huddersfield University Institute of Railway Research doing innovation and, most importantly of all, fully integrating it with Northern Powerhouse Rail, linking the northern cities and my local town of Huddersfield?
Transport Infrastructure — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Victoria Grace Ford (Conservative, Centre-right): I am delighted to hear that when it comes to buses and bikes we are all going Dutch. Will my right hon. Friend make sure that rapidly growing areas like Essex and the east of England get our fair share of the funding?
Wuhan Coronavirus — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Labor
Matthew John David Hancock (Conservative, Centre-right): That could become an important consideration in due course, but I am glad to say that, at the moment, the impact on employment is very small, because we have only eight cases. However, I will certainly take that into consideration.
Wuhan Coronavirus — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Transportation
Matthew John David Hancock (Conservative, Centre-right): We have enhanced monitoring in place on flights from the areas I mentioned, which is important, and of course we keep all options under review, because the most important thing is to follow the scientific advice wherever possible and to keep people in this country safe.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Jacob William Rees-Mogg (Conservative, Centre-right): Madam Deputy Speaker, I informed the House last week of the Government’s intention to introduce legislation to stop the automatic early release of prisoners convicted of terrorist offences Today, the Government will introduce that legislation and tomorrow’s business will now be consideration of a business of the House motion, followed by all stages of the Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Bill Thursday’s business will be as previously announced: a general debate on matters to be raised before the forthcoming adjournment I shall also make a further statement announcing future business on Thursday.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Jacob William Rees-Mogg (Conservative, Centre-right): I thank the right hon. Lady and the Opposition Front Bench for the support that they have given. I understand that they have worked with my right hon. and learned Friend the Lord Chancellor to ensure that there is satisfaction throughout the Chamber in respect of this very important business Let me respond to the three questions that the right hon. Lady asked. The Bill will be presented today; the time will be protected, so it will not be affected by statements or anything else tomorrow; and the Treasury has approved an increase in resources to ensure that the cost of maintaining people in prison, and the associated costs, are affordable.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Government Operations
Robert James MacGillivray Neill (Conservative, Centre-right): My right hon. Friend is absolutely right to ensure that this business has priority over all others, but can he give us the proposed timetable for the debates on the police grant and local government finance grant motions? Those also involve important and timeous issues—not as grave as this, but important to local authorities that are seeking to set their budgets.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Government Operations
Jacob William Rees-Mogg (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend is right: those matters are indeed important, and they are being delayed. The local government finance motion must come before the House by 1 March to help councils. It will be introduced as a matter of priority, and on Thursday I will announce when it will be introduced. The same applies to the police grant motion. Both are relatively time-sensitive, and they will be returned to the House as urgently as possible.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Thomas Georg John Tugendhat (Conservative, Centre-right): My right hon. Friend has made an important statement, and I welcome the fact that both my right hon. and learned Friend the Lord Chancellor and my right hon. Friend the Home Secretary have been present to hear it My right hon. Friend will be aware that the difference that the Bill would make is to early release and not overall sentencing. Will he make time available for a debate on the law of treason, which dates back to 1351, a little before even his time? Perhaps we could find time in our calendar to update it as the Commonwealth of Australia did in 2018, and perhaps, in considering how to update it, he would like to read a rather interesting Policy Exchange report written in July last year and entitled "Aiding the Enemy".
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Jacob William Rees-Mogg (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend is very well versed in these matters and is aware of the danger that treason may present to a nation, but I hope I can give him some reassurance about what happens next. He rightly said that the Bill would only stop early release, but offenders will be subject to robust safeguards on release, which could include terrorism prevention and investigation measures or serious crime prevention orders, among other existing measures. So, even at the point of release, they will not be let out among an unsuspecting public, because our top priority is to keep the public safe My hon. Friend’s proposal for a debate on the Treason Act 1351 interests me, because I am always interested in historic Acts, and I quite like the fact that one of our most important Acts of Parliament dates back to the 1350s.
Business Statement — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Macroeconomics
Jacob William Rees-Mogg (Conservative, Centre-right): I think that those details are really for the Second Reading tomorrow, when it will be possible to provide the information that hon. Members will want. However, I can reassure the House that the Treasury is happy with the cost, and that the cost is not enormous. It is not as much as will be spent by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister, as was clear from his statement earlier.
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Robert James MacGillivray Neill (Conservative, Centre-right): My right hon. and learned Friend is absolutely right to say that the Bill is morally necessary and the right thing to do. Does he agree that this is really no more than an extension by analogy of the way in which remorse will be taken into account in sentencing, in that those who admit guilt and give full assistance to the police are regarded as more likely to have accepted their guilt? That is true in relation to the approach of the Parole Board too, and this is therefore just a simple extension of the fact that someone who has done their best to accept what they did, even in the most awful of crimes, may be less of a threat to the public in the future than somebody who makes a blanket and wilful denial and is therefore likely to be much less reformed and much less safe to let loose.
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Alexander John Gervase Chalk (Conservative, Centre-right): I heartily applaud the Government for taking this important step. Does the Secretary of State agree that we also need to reassure people that when such an individual comes to be sentenced the first place, if they have not at that stage disclosed where the body is or the identity of the victims of their crime, the judge should be able to take that into account in setting the minimum period that they should serve? In other words, will my right hon. and learned Friend ensure that the impact does not simply crystallise at the point of release?
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Robert James Buckland (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend speaks with much experience as a counsel who has prosecuted and defended in cases involving serious offences. He is absolutely right to remind us that it is the function of sentencing either to reflect remorse and give credit for a plea of guilty, which is a mitigating factor, or to reflect an aggravating factor such as the complete non-co-operation that we sometimes see from offenders in this position. Indeed, he knows that that is properly reflected in the sentencing guidelines where applicable, and that in offences of this nature, the court uses schedule 21 as a starting point when it comes to the gradations of seriousness in the offence of murder. This allows judges to move up, as well as down, from that starting point.
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Robert James MacGillivray Neill (Conservative, Centre-right): My right hon. and learned Friend makes a fair point. Is not that reinforced by the fact that the sentencing judge in the Vanessa George case specifically referred to the gravity—"indecency", I think his phrase was—of her non-disclosure? Is it not only logical that the Parole Board should be able to take equal regard when considering release?
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Robert James Buckland (Conservative, Centre-right): My hon. Friend is quite right. Indeed, that was an aggravating factor that was specifically taken into account by the sentencing judge I was drawing a comparison with clause 1. As with clause 1, the provision is already standard Parole Board practice in that panels routinely take such circumstances into account as part of their decision making, but I believe that the issue of non-disclosure of vital information is of such importance—and causes such distress to families and victims—that it must be addressed in statute This is a narrow Bill, but it has wide implications. It ensures that a failure or refusal to disclose specific information on the whereabouts of a victim’s body or the identity of child victims of indecent images is always taken into account by the Parole Board. A murder such as that of Helen McCourt and the depraved crimes of Vanessa George are not things that people can easily move on from, but the ability to lay a loved one to rest or to find out for certain whether children were abused may offer the families and young victims themselves an opportunity to find at least some closure and to address the long-lasting effects of such horrific crimes. I very much hope that the Bill will attract support on both sides of the House and can enter the statute book as soon as possible. The acute distress that such cases cause cannot and should not be overlooked.
Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Bill — House of Commons, 2020-02-11
Topic: Law and Crime
Joy Inboden Morrissey (Conservative, Centre-right): I just wish to thank the Secretary of State for this Bill. On the issue of victims of child sexual exploitation and sexual abuse, there is nothing better than holding abusers to account for those whom they have victimised. Forcing them to disclose their victims takes away their power, which is why this is such a welcome Bill. It shows that we are listening to the victims and saying to the perpetrator that they can no longer hold in their heart the secrets of the people that they have abused. I very much welcome that, and I thank the Secretary of State for his boldness in taking this forward.