Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Monday 14th November 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

Splendidly succinct.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

Ministers may have noted that earlier this month I introduced my ten-minute rule Bill highlighting the issue of school admissions for children suffering from autism. Will the Minister confirm that he will work with me to deal with the situation and improve the present lot of many families?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Thursday 12th May 2016 Commons Chamber

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

rose—

[Mr Speaker]

Order. I am happy to hear the mellifluous tones of the hon. Member for Cleethorpes (Martin Vickers), but his inquiry must relate to Scotland rather than to Cleethorpes.

[Martin Vickers]

There is a direct link, Mr Speaker. Clearly, developments in the industry in Scotland will have an impact on the success or otherwise of the development of the energy estuary, which is the Government’s ambition for the Humber. Will the Minister give us an update on how developments in Scotland might impact on the Humber?

[Mr Speaker]

Very neat!

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Thursday 5th May 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

I call Sir David Amess—not here.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

3. What progress has been made on the Near Neighbours programme.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Wednesday 4th May 2016 Commons Chamber

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

Three years ago—[Interruption.]

[Mr Speaker]

Order. I want to hear Mr Vickers’s inquiry.

[Martin Vickers]

Three years ago, five members of the Cockburn family from County Durham were killed in a tragic accident on the A18 in my constituency. At the recently concluded inquest, the coroner said that he had no confidence that the proposed work by the highway authority would remedy the situation. Obviously the council wants to do all it can, and has committed to carry out the work in full. However, resources are very limited. Will my right hon. Friend give serious consideration to an application from the council for additional resources to avoid a future tragedy?

Border Force Budget 2016-17

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

1st reading: House of Commons
Wednesday 20th April 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

I can confirm that the hon. Gentleman always looks to be a happy chappie.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

I can confirm that the shadow Home Secretary was quite right when he drew attention to the port of Immingham in my constituency because border staff there do have worries. The concerns of residents in the town and neighbouring areas have been heightened following reports last week that the National Crime Agency acknowledged that Humber ports were being targeted. Can my right hon. Friend give an absolute assurance that resources will be moved to protect the Humber ports if the NCA’s analysis is correct?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Wednesday 27th January 2016 Commons Chamber

[The Prime Minister]

The Government are absolutely committed to regenerating our coastal towns and ensuring that everyone, regardless of where they live in this country, has access to high-quality public services and the very best opportunities. I am happy to reaffirm that to the House today.

[Mr Speaker]

On this question, I call Mr Ian Paisley.

[Martin Vickers]

rose—

[Mr Speaker]

I do beg your pardon. We must hear from Mr Vickers first. [Hon. Members: “Hear, hear!”] Let us hear from the hon. Gentleman.

[Martin Vickers]

Thank you, Mr Speaker.

I recognise the initiatives the Government have taken, but the Prime Minister will know that many coastal towns, such as Cleethorpes, suffer from poor educational standards. We have many high-performing academies trying to reverse that and ensure that our young people have access to sport, arts and culture at the highest level. The council is preparing a report with the private sector. Will he commit the Government to working with me and the council to deliver regeneration to Cleethorpes?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Thursday 10th December 2015 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

I am still seeking that laser-like precision. I turn now to the hon. Member for Cleethorpes (Martin Vickers).

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

20. My constituents find it extremely difficult to get to the south-east because we do not have a direct rail service to London. Will the Minister use her good offices to ensure that the rail regulator, which has had an application with it for two years, makes a quick decision?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Martin Vickers and John Bercow

Thursday 29th October 2015 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

We have overrun, but I want to hear a brief inquiry from a member of the Select Committee. I call Mr Martin Vickers.

[Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)]

In recent weeks, passengers on the Cleethorpes to Manchester rail services have had to put up with regular cancellations due to driver shortage. Passengers do not care whether that is the company’s problem or ASLEF’s. Will the Rail Minister use her good offices to sort the matter out, please?