Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Hammond of Runnymede and Peter Aldous

Tuesday 18th April 2017 Commons Chamber

[Mr Hammond]

As I have already said, this should be seen for what it is: an opening gambit in a long and complex negotiation.

[Peter Aldous (Waveney) (Con)]

T8. Britain’s coastal communities have enormous potential for sustainable economic growth in the trade, energy, fishing and tourism sectors. Much good work is being done, but I would be grateful if my right hon. Friend gave us an assurance that no stone will be left unturned to ensure that coastal Britain realises its full potential.