Debates between Mike Wood and Sam Gyimah during the 2017-2019 Parliament

Thu 28th Jun 2018

Nuclear Sector Deal

Debate between Mike Wood and Sam Gyimah
Thursday 28th June 2018

(6 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Mike Wood Portrait Mike Wood (Dudley South) (Con)
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What will the impact be of the measures associated with this deal on the cost of new nuclear power stations and on decommissioning former nuclear sites?

Sam Gyimah Portrait Mr Gyimah
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That is a very good question. The deal should reduce the cost of decommissioning—while, obviously, maintaining the highest safety standards—but it will also bring us up to date with modern methods.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Mike Wood and Sam Gyimah
Tuesday 30th January 2018

(6 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Sam Gyimah Portrait Mr Gyimah
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In response to the hon. Gentleman’s point about exclusion, I think the House can celebrate the fact that, under this Government, 95% of the country will be covered by our superfast broadband roll-out. However, I take his point on board and will be delighted to meet him.

Mike Wood Portrait Mike Wood (Dudley South) (Con)
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Will the Minister work with banks and utilities to ensure that charges for paper billing are restricted to the actual cost of providing that service and are not allowed to become a cumulative fee for those who need or choose paper bills?

Sam Gyimah Portrait Mr Gyimah
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Yes, I am happy to work with them.