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Philip Hollobone

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Magnox: Early Contract Terminations
Monday 27th March 2017

(7 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Harrington of Watford Portrait Richard Harrington
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As is to be expected, the hon. Gentleman asks a pertinent question; very soon, is the answer.

Philip Hollobone Portrait Mr Philip Hollobone (Kettering) (Con)
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Preying on elderly people in order to take advantage of their pension pots by giving them bad advice is a despicable crime. Is the Minister satisfied that the number of prosecutions of those who do this frankly evil activity is nearly enough?

Lord Harrington of Watford Portrait Richard Harrington
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I would like to be able say that it is enough, but I do not think it is. The steps we intend to take should make prosecutions for scam cold calling much easier. If I am asked the question again in the future, I hope to be able to answer in the affirmative.

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