Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Hammond of Runnymede and Tom Pursglove

Tuesday 9th April 2019 Commons Chamber

[Tom Pursglove (Corby) (Con)]

Will the Chancellor explain why the customs union is the wrong policy choice for the future strength of the UK economy?

[Mr Philip Hammond]

The Prime Minister negotiated a deal with the European Union which gave us many of the benefits of being in a customs union, while preserving our ability to conduct an independent trade policy. We put that deal to the House effectively three times and it was defeated three times, so we have to pursue other options.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Hammond of Runnymede and Tom Pursglove

Tuesday 11th September 2018 Commons Chamber

[Tom Pursglove (Corby) (Con)]

Corby and East Northamptonshire are seeing considerable housing growth, and it is essential that the infrastructure keeps pace, so will my right hon. Friend consider a new round of enterprise zone bidding opportunities to support more growth and jobs?

[Mr Philip Hammond]

I think I will treat my hon. Friend’s comments as a Budget submission.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Hammond of Runnymede and Tom Pursglove

Tuesday 16th January 2018 Commons Chamber

[Tom Pursglove (Corby) (Con)]

Unemployment in my constituency is down by over 50%, but will my right hon. Friend consider a new round of enterprise zone bidding opportunities to help further that success story?

[Mr Hammond]

We will give consideration to my hon. Friend’s suggestion.