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Debate between Siobhain McDonagh and Simon Clarke(4 years, 4 months ago)
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Mr Clarke
The stronger towns fund is a vital part of our levelling-up work. I make no apologies whatsoever for saying that it is a really important tool to rectify long-standing economic imbalances in the country. The Barnett formula will be applied to investment for England in the normal way at the spending review. The funding is committed to the devolved nations, which means that the Governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will receive a share of funding, with allocations to be confirmed in the next financial year.
Siobhain McDonagh (Mitcham and Morden) (Lab)
Financial and Social Emergency Support Package
Debate between Siobhain McDonagh and Simon Clarke(4 years, 8 months ago)
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Mr Clarke
It is key workers only. I have to correct the hon. Gentleman. It is only those who are doing the jobs specified in the list we have issued.
To conclude, the Government have responded rapidly to this crisis. An enormous amount has happened in the past two weeks. I am proud of what we are doing. We are ensuring the long-term protection of public services and businesses.