Performing Arts: English National Opera

Jonathan Lord Excerpts

Monday 5th December 2022 Commons Chamber

[Sir Robert Neill]

I will take the remaining interventions, then close quickly to give the Minister time to respond.

[Mr Jonathan Lord (Woking) (Con)]

I commend my hon. Friend for his excellent arguments and all other hon. Members who are supporting them. As MP for Woking, I have had quite a big postbag on this issue from not just opera-loving constituents, who are disgusted by the decision, but first-class musicians and singers who will effectively lose their job. I, too, appeal to the Minister to ensure that the decision is withdrawn.

[Sir Robert Neill]

I am massively grateful to my hon. Friend.