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Bob Blackman Excerpts
Tuesday 16th October 2018

(6 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Kelly Tolhurst Portrait Kelly Tolhurst
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As I have outlined, a number of stores are going into franchise agreements. It is important that we have a post office network that is fit for purpose and serves consumers as they currently are being. As Post Office Minister, I take that very seriously, but I am always happy to meet with the hon. Gentleman to discuss any particular concerns in his constituency.

Bob Blackman Portrait Bob Blackman (Harrow East) (Con)
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T10. As we embark on a new nuclear future, it is vital that we have a workforce that is able to deliver the skills and capability. What action is my hon. Friend taking to ensure that young people in particular get the training and opportunities for a career in this wonderful industry?

Lord Harrington of Watford Portrait Richard Harrington
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I thank my hon. Friend for this question because it is absolutely relevant to our nuclear sector deal, which concentrates very much on the development of skills particularly for young people. I was most impressed on a recent visit to Hinkley Point C by how many young people are in training, particularly the increase in the number of young women involved in nuclear, and I know that will continue.