Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Oral Answers to Questions

Ian Murray Excerpts
Wednesday 24th April 2013

(11 years, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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Corby is a great example of the British family of nations and we should celebrate it. I urge the hon. Gentleman’s constituents to tell their friends and families in Scotland to vote no in the referendum.

John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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I trust the hon. Gentleman is inquiring about visits to Corby.

Ian Murray Portrait Ian Murray
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When the Minister visits Corby, will he get the train to Peterborough on the east coast main line? What discussions is the Secretary of State having with his Cabinet colleagues to keep that line in public ownership?

David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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The hon. Gentleman is aware that the east coast main line is going to return to the franchise arrangements.