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Debate between Michael Ellis and Emma Dent Coad
Thursday 7th March 2019

(5 years, 8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Ellis Portrait Michael Ellis
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Yes, I will, and I thank my hon. Friend for his work in this regard over many months. I have been in touch with the council leader and the chief executive. I am pleased to confirm that their plan is not to close any libraries in Northamptonshire. They are working towards that end, and he, I and others in Northamptonshire have worked and lobbied in that regard, but we will continue to monitor the situation carefully.

Emma Dent Coad Portrait Emma Dent Coad (Kensington) (Lab)
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14. What assessment he has made of the effect of gagging orders on the freedom of expression of charities in receipt of public funds.