Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Oral Answers to Questions

Chi Onwurah Excerpts
Monday 21st June 2010

(14 years, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeremy Hunt Portrait Mr Hunt
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I was in South Africa at the weekend, doing my job. I saw for myself how a World cup can unify, enthuse and excite a country. I am determined that we do the same for this country in 2018.

Chi Onwurah Portrait Chi Onwurah (Newcastle upon Tyne Central) (Lab)
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I am sure that the Minister is aware that Newcastle is one of the cities bidding for the 2018 World cup, and that it is immensely proud of its premiership football team. What will the Secretary of State do to ensure that the supporters of teams such as Newcastle United—I should say that I am on its supporters trust—can take steps for the co-operative ownership of their football teams? Will he meet me to discuss the matter?