Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Karen Bradley and Pauline Latham

Thursday 16th March 2017 Commons Chamber

[Karen Bradley]

I pay tribute to the hon. Gentleman for his work on the all-party group; I will look carefully at the points that he has made. This Government have done much to change the culture of unpaid internships. I for one have never taken on an unpaid intern; I have always made sure that there is fair recompense for people who make a valuable contribution to my office.

[Pauline Latham (Mid Derbyshire) (Con)]

My right hon. Friend will be aware that the Royal Opera House regularly screens performances right around the country—I am particularly familiar with the ballet—which means that anyone can see them locally, without having to come to London.

[Karen Bradley]

My hon. Friend makes a very important point. The screening of the Royal Opera House’s productions across the country has widened access. I feel very strongly that we should have fantastic regional arts. Last Friday, I saw some fantastic arts in Hull, the city of culture. That amazing work was about ensuring that the arts were getting to everybody.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Karen Bradley and Pauline Latham

Thursday 8th September 2016 Commons Chamber

[Karen Bradley]

Oh my goodness—the promise of a hug from the hon. Gentleman is difficult to resist. He will know from my previous time in government that I always listen to victims of crime, make sure that their voices are heard and take note of everything they say, and I would very much welcome the chance to sit down with him and discuss his point of view. I want to make sure that we do this based on the evidence, and that we do it properly.

[Pauline Latham (Mid Derbyshire) (Con)]

5. What funding her Department is making available to protect important historic buildings.