Debates between Kirsty Blackman and Kirsty McNeill during the 2024 Parliament

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Debate between Kirsty Blackman and Kirsty McNeill
Wednesday 4th September 2024

(2 months, 2 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Kirsty McNeill Portrait Kirsty McNeill
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We are committed to ensuring that there is effective Scottish representation on the Migration Advisory Committee, and I look forward to working with the Home Office and engaging with sectors on ensuring that immigration works for all parts of the UK.

Kirsty Blackman Portrait Kirsty Blackman
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The skilled worker salary threshold and the skills list are simply not working. Will the Minister ensure that the skilled occupation list is fit for purpose in Scotland, and that it works for our energy transition?

Kirsty McNeill Portrait Kirsty McNeill
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Fixing the foundations of our economy is the key to long-term prosperity. That includes future-proofing the economy for all, whether that is long-established families or new arrivals. The Chancellor will set out plans to fix the foundations in the Budget on 30 October.