Debates between Rachel Reeves and David Rutley during the 2019-2024 Parliament

Economic Responsibility and a Plan for Growth

Debate between Rachel Reeves and David Rutley
Wednesday 19th October 2022

(2 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Rachel Reeves Portrait Rachel Reeves
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I thank the hon. Gentleman for that intervention. Small businesses, such as the restaurant that he mentions in his constituency, are the backbone of all our constituencies and our economy more widely. An energy bill increase from £900 to £3,000 is not affordable for small businesses. The Government need to do more to help.

David Rutley Portrait David Rutley (Macclesfield) (Con)
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I know that the hon. Member takes economic issues very seriously. Protecting pensioners will obviously be a key priority. Does she join me in welcoming the Prime Minister’s confirmation that the triple lock will be protected, and can she set out Labour’s policy on that vital area?