Debates between Lord Spellar and Caroline Dinenage during the 2019-2024 Parliament

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Debate between Lord Spellar and Caroline Dinenage
Thursday 4th June 2020

(4 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Caroline Dinenage Portrait Caroline Dinenage
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My hon. Friend is absolutely right. Local broadcasters and newspapers such as the excellent Stoke Sentinel have played a key role during this crisis, sharing accurate information but also offering vital support to individuals and bringing communities together. That is why I am really pleased that they have been eligible to access most of the Government’s package of business support schemes.

Lord Spellar Portrait John Spellar (Warley) (Lab)
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9. What steps he has taken to support the sporting sector during the covid-19 outbreak.