Debates between Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi and Nigel Adams during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi and Nigel Adams
Wednesday 27th February 2019

(5 years, 8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi Portrait Mr Dhesi
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Thank you, Mr Speaker. The western rail link to Heathrow will significantly reduce the journey time between Wales and the airport. The Government committed themselves to the link in 2012. When will it finally be built?

Nigel Adams Portrait Nigel Adams
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The hon. Gentleman—who has been incredibly creative in getting his question in under Chepstow—will be pleased to hear that we are continuing to engage with the Department for Transport on this vital project.

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Debate between Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi and Nigel Adams
Monday 23rd July 2018

(6 years, 3 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi Portrait Mr Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Slough) (Lab)
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12. Will the Minister commit today to devoting more funds to local authorities specifically to resolve the issue of families living in temporary accommodation?

Nigel Adams Portrait Nigel Adams
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We are committing an enormous amount of money—£1.2 billion over the spending period—and we expect local authorities to follow the example of councils such as Barnet, which has managed to achieve that reduction. I encourage the hon. Gentleman to talk to his local authority and perhaps to approach Barnet to see an example of best practice.