Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Kate Dearden and Jayne Kirkham

Thursday 15th October 2026 Commons Chamber

[Jayne Kirkham (Truro and Falmouth) (Lab/Co-op)]

Truro lost its post office last week as well, without a temporary alternative. Will the Minister consider consulting with the Post Office on alternatives when this happens in main cities and looking again at the franchise model, which seems to leave post office branches very vulnerable?

[Kate Dearden]

I thank my hon. Friend for bringing this matter to my attention, and I would be more than happy to meet her to discuss it further.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Kate Dearden and Jayne Kirkham

Thursday 21st May 2026 Commons Chamber

[Kate Dearden]

Boosting opportunity and tackling youth unemployment in every area remains a priority, and helping young people into work is crucial for that. We know that some people value that flexibility, which is why I will be considering that as part of the regulations.

[Jayne Kirkham (Truro and Falmouth) (Lab/Co-op)]

Cornwall has so much to offer the UK—critical minerals, floating offshore wind in the Celtic sea, defence, geothermal energy—but infrastructure, particularly ports and rail, will be critical to enable growth. Cornwall is a perfect place to designate as an industrial strategy zone. Will the Minister agree to meet me and Cornish colleagues to discuss this?