Business of the House Debate

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Business of the House

Christopher Chope Excerpts
Thursday 18th June 2026

(1 month, 2 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Alan Campbell Portrait Sir Alan Campbell
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Football and sport in general provide such richness and experience to the lives of young people. That is one reason the Government are providing a £400 million package for grassroots sports facilities across the UK. I absolutely join my hon. Friend in congratulating Buza youth football academy on so many incredible achievements. I wish it and the young people who have gone on to West Ham’s books all the best for a bright future.

Christopher Chope Portrait Sir Christopher Chope (Christchurch) (Con)
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The landmark 250th anniversary of the declaration of independence by the United States takes place in the week commencing 29 June. I have applied for an Adjournment debate, but will the Leader of the House enable more Members to be able to participate in marking that historic event?

Alan Campbell Portrait Sir Alan Campbell
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That is a historic event, and I will give some thought to what the hon. Gentleman asks.