Debates between Baroness Morgan of Cotes and Stephen Gilbert during the 2010-2015 Parliament

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Debate between Baroness Morgan of Cotes and Stephen Gilbert
Tuesday 5th November 2013

(11 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Baroness Morgan of Cotes Portrait Nicky Morgan
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The hon. Gentleman will be aware that there is no APD charge from airports in his constituency. As he knows from our recent debate, APD makes an important contribution to the deficit reduction plans; we will always keep it under review, but it is a very important part of this Government’s attempts to rebalance the economy.

Stephen Gilbert Portrait Stephen Gilbert (St Austell and Newquay) (LD)
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APD can also have a disproportionate effect on regional airports operating lifeline routes with modest passenger numbers, such as Newquay’s. Will the Minister factor that into the discussions she is having with colleagues on the future of APD?

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