Business of the House

Chris Stephens Excerpts
Thursday 12th January 2017

(7 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Lidington Portrait Mr Lidington
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My hon. Friend is absolutely right that nuclear energy plays a critical role in ensuring that we have the right energy mix in the future. We have a key area for the nuclear sector in the north-west. Places such as Sellafield and Springfields provide high-quality, well-paid jobs in areas where they are much needed.

Chris Stephens Portrait Chris Stephens (Glasgow South West) (SNP)
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Can we have a debate in Government time on the cost of telephone calls to UK Government Departments, particularly in relation to yesterday’s revelation that the Home Office spousal visa helpline is £1.37 a minute over and above network charges? Is it not time that this telephone tax is ended by this Government?

David Lidington Portrait Mr Lidington
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I am not aware of the details, but I will ask the relevant Home Office Minister to write to the hon. Gentleman.