Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Oral Answers to Questions

Charlie Dewhirst Excerpts
Thursday 23rd April 2026

(1 day, 12 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Chris Ward Portrait Chris Ward
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My hon. Friend is absolutely right to raise that. Social value should be integral to the system, but the current system has become too tick-boxy and does not deliver what it needs to for local communities like those in Derby. We are working with businesses, unions and charities on a new definition. I am happy to speak with her further about it, but I think it is an important part of improving the system.

Charlie Dewhirst Portrait Charlie Dewhirst (Bridlington and The Wolds) (Con)
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If the Government are so confident in the Prime Minister’s decision to sack Sir Olly Robbins, will the Minister today rule out settling any employment tribunal in advance of a hearing or imposing any gagging orders on Mr Robbins?

Darren Jones Portrait Darren Jones
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The House will understand that I am not at liberty to comment on a potential ongoing employment dispute.