Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Tom Pursglove and Jake Berry

Monday 12th March 2018 Commons Chamber

[Jake Berry]

Devolution could almost be regarded as the golden thread of Brexit. If we want to take back control, we should bring powers not just from Brussels to London but from London back to our regions. Last Friday, I met borough and county councils in both Gainsborough and the city of Lincoln, and I was struck by the pent-up demand for devolution in Lincolnshire. I suggest that my hon. Friend use his considerable leadership role to drive forward devolution in his area.

[Tom Pursglove (Corby) (Con)]

T1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.