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Debate between David Amess and Maria Miller(11 years, 9 months ago)
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Mr David Amess (Southend West) (Con)
T6. Will my right hon. Friend visit the Jubilee Room on 4 March, where she will see at first hand just how wonderful Southend is? She will learn that the only way is Essex in terms of culture, media and sport.
Maria Miller
My hon. Friend is a very persuasive Member of Parliament, and I am sure that as many MPs as possible will be there.
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Debate between David Amess and Maria Miller(14 years, 5 months ago)
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Maria Miller
Undoubtedly, the hon. Gentleman will be very pleased about the coalition Government’s announcement of 50,000 additional apprenticeships, which will provide the sort of long-lasting job opportunities that his constituents want. Obviously, other decisions on budget taking are made locally, and it is for local authorities to make important decisions on how best to use their local resources.
Mr David Amess (Southend West) (Con)
2. What plans he has to reduce the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits.