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Rachael Maskell

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Employment and Support Allowance Underpayments
Thursday 18th October 2018

(6 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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I call Tom Tugendhat, who has Question 6. Where is the fella? He is not here. I hope he is not indisposed. I think it is more likely that the hon. Gentleman is planting a tree.

Rachael Maskell Portrait Rachael Maskell (York Central) (Lab/Co-op)
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Trees play a vital role in upper catchment management, by preventing flooding. Environment Agency representatives said in a meeting last week that upper catchment management needs prioritisation. How is the Minister planning for that, and will he ensure that there is provision for it in the Budget?

David Rutley Portrait David Rutley
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I know that the hon. Lady has a keen interest in that issue. I will be working closely with the Under-Secretary of State, my hon. Friend the Member for Suffolk Coastal (Dr Coffey), to take these activities forward.

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