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Debate between Jeff Smith and Iain Stewart
Wednesday 11th November 2020

(4 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeff Smith Portrait Jeff Smith
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What is the Minister’s understanding of the application of the furlough scheme in Scotland and the other nations of the UK, given that Scotland is operating under a different tier system and different lockdown restrictions?

Iain Stewart Portrait Iain Stewart
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I am glad that the hon. Gentleman has not vaporised into thin air. The lockdown scheme extends across the UK and is available whether a part of the UK—or a part of each nation within the UK—is in lock- down or not. It is there for everyone.

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