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Northern Ireland Protocol
Wednesday 10th March 2021

(3 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Rob Roberts Portrait Rob Roberts (Delyn) (Con)
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What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the Union connectivity review.

John Lamont Portrait John Lamont (Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk) (Con)
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What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the Union connectivity review.

Neil Hudson Portrait Dr Neil Hudson (Penrith and The Border) (Con)
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What recent discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the Union connectivity review.

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Alister Jack Portrait Mr Jack
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Mr Speaker, why should I not just completely agree? Improving connectivity across the entire United Kingdom, including through the north-west of England, will boost tourism opportunities for both Scotland and Wales.

John Lamont Portrait John Lamont
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The Minister will know that cross-border transport routes are vital for my constituents, for educational and career opportunities as well as many other day-to-day tasks. That is why I want to see the Borders Railway extended and to see improvements to the A1; these are both vital routes for the Scottish borders. Does he share my frustration and shock that the SNP Scottish Government are failing to engage with and support the connectivity review, which could be an opportunity to accelerate these two projects?

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