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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 05 Jan 2022
Covid-19 Update

"I thank my right hon. Friend for holding firm on plan B and for rolling back travel restrictions, which will relieve many of my constituents. I also welcome the increased use of lateral flow tests for diagnostic testing. For clarity, is it the case at the moment that that is …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 15 Nov 2021
COP26

"I congratulate the Prime Minister and the COP President on the incredible achievements at the COP summit. Does my right hon. Friend agree that it is science, technology, research and development that will get us through this mess, but that that is going to need a huge workforce skilled in …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 16 Jun 2021
Oral Answers to Questions

"In 2014, Runnymede and Weybridge was hit by devastating floods, and my constituents live under the fear of flooding. Last week, the Government signed off the outline business case for the River Thames flooding alleviation scheme, which will allow the detailed design and planning for this scheme to begin in …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 12 May 2021
Covid-19 Update

"I congratulate and thank my right hon. Friend for the success of the vaccination programme and the road map, which has provided certainty and stability, especially to those planning for the easing of restrictions. My constituents often ask me what the new normal will be like beyond 21 June. Of …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 21 Apr 2021
Oral Answers to Questions

" Access to superfast broadband is critical in today’s society but many people living in Runnymede and Weybridge cannot access it. While this question is essential viewing, my constituents may struggle to watch it streaming at home this evening if someone else is catching up on the “MasterChef” final. Does …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 06 Jan 2021
Covid-19

"Once we have vaccinated the high-risk groups, so that the vast majority of people who are at risk of death from covid are protected, what will be the metrics in decisions made on moving areas down the tiers and reopening schools?..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 23 Nov 2020
Covid-19: Winter Plan

"I very warmly welcome the announcement of the end of national lockdown on 2 December. This morning, I had discussions with school leaders in Runnymede and Weybridge regarding the challenges that they face, and a key message was that our schools are open but that too many pupils are self-isolating …..."
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Written Question
Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies
Thursday 12th November 2020

Asked by: Ben Spencer (Conservative - Runnymede and Weybridge)

Question to the Cabinet Office:

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet Office, which Government Department's responsibilities does SAGE fall within.

Answered by Julia Lopez - Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology

The terms of reference for SAGE can be found here - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/scientific-advisory-group-for-emergencies-sage.

SAGE is not, as the terms outline, a membership body and the Chief Scientific Adviser and the Chief Medical Officer will advise on attendance.

Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 30 Sep 2020
Oral Answers to Questions

" Despite the many challenges of the covid pandemic, one unexpected relief to many of my constituents has been reductions in noise and air pollution from the M25 during lockdown. Runnymede and Weybridge greatly benefits from the connections that our motorways provide, but that comes at a cost. Does my …..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 14 Sep 2020
United Kingdom Internal Market Bill

"Our Union benefits us all, and I support those measures in the Bill that strengthen our Union, support our businesses, and create more opportunities for those living and working in the UK. However, several clauses in part 5 cause me great concern, and I wish to lay out my thoughts …..."
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