European Summit Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

European Summit

Bob Blackman Excerpts
Thursday 24th March 2011

(13 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Bob Blackman Portrait Bob Blackman (Harrow East) (Con)
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When Ireland was in trouble, we helped out. Ministers brought forward a proposal to give a loan to Ireland to help sort out their finances. I appreciate that at the moment there is no proposal to do the same for Portugal, but will the Minister give an assurance that we as a House will be given the opportunity to debate any such proposal that comes forward?

Mark Hoban Portrait Mr Hoban
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As I said before, I do not think that it is helpful to engage in unnecessary speculation. However, I would point out to my hon. Friend that this Government have sought to ensure that we keep the House informed on all matters of importance.