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Debate between Peter Aldous and John Bercow
Wednesday 29th February 2012

(13 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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Order. Let us hear Mr Peter Aldous.

Peter Aldous Portrait Peter Aldous (Waveney) (Con)
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Q6. High streets across the country, including those in Lowestoft, Beccles and Bungay in my constituency are facing tough trading conditions at present, including the prospect of a 5.6% increase in business rates. Can the Prime Minister outline what the Government are doing to support traders to enable them to grow their businesses and create jobs?