"Will the Leader of the House allocate time for a debate on tackling child poverty, and not only in the light of the Government’s decision to lift the two-child cap, but to recognise the vital work of the Multibank charity? That charity supports hundreds of children in my constituency, where …..." Richard Baker - View Speech
"Does the right hon. Member appreciate the importance of the BBC’s investment in the devolved nations and regions, which is all the more important given the fact that private and independent media are withdrawing from some of that coverage and production? This year, the BBC will double spending to £100 …..." Richard Baker - View Speech
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6 Jan 2026 Tabled by: Richard Baker (Labour - Glenrothes and Mid Fife)
That this House marks the 60 years since the publication of the White Paper, “University of the Air”, which paved the way for the creation of The Open University; celebrates the legacy of Jennie Lee, Baroness Lee of Asheridge, who was the driving force behind the paper; recognises the impact …
Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 17 Dec 2025 INEOS Chemicals: Grangemouth
"After the Tories and the SNP did nothing for so many years to address the long-term future of Grangemouth, it is hugely welcome that Labour Ministers have made this announcement, which offers opportunities to workers in Fife affected by the closure of the ExxonMobil plant at Mossmorran. What further opportunities …..." Richard Baker - View Speech
"Does my right hon. Friend expect the new agency with responsibility for Erasmus+ to work with the excellent Erasmus Student Network UK to promote these brilliant new opportunities for our young people, including in higher and further education institutions in Scotland?..." Richard Baker - View Speech