Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and Margot James

Tuesday 12th December 2017 Commons Chamber

[Margot James]

We have published an important Bill, and we have requested Ofgem to develop proposals as we progress with it. The Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee is scrutinising our draft legislation, which we intend to bring to the House at the earliest opportunity.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

Last week I was pleased to welcome a delegation from Taiwan to my constituency to meet businesses in the offshore renewables sector, and the delegation regarded the way the sector has developed in the UK as a model. Will the Minister outline what support is available to small and medium-sized businesses involved in the supply chain in this country that want to extend to countries abroad?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and Margot James

Tuesday 7th November 2017 Commons Chamber

[Margot James]

The hon. Gentleman raises an important point about the national minimum wage and seafarers. We are looking into it and I will write to him with the latest position.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

This week is Offshore Wind Week. The wind and renewables sector is vital to my constituency. Many young people are training to secure jobs in the industry, as is being highlighted by the apprenticeships event that will begin here shortly. What ongoing support will the Government give to young people entering the industry?