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Department: Cabinet Office

European Council

Stephen Kerr Excerpts
Thursday 11th April 2019

(5 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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The Government have already shown a willingness to move when issues have been put to us. We have done that on some of the issues around workers’ rights, and there are still issues that people may wish to discuss with us. We have already shown our willingness to move on issues.

Stephen Kerr Portrait Stephen Kerr (Stirling) (Con)
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May I compliment the Prime Minister on her stamina, and thank her for making the future of the Union paramount in her considerations? The last thing we need in Scotland is another divisive referendum, and I know that the people of Stirling want us to come together and resolve this issue. They want us to compromise and be grown up about this. Does the Prime Minister agree with this sentiment from Liz Cameron, chief executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce?

“It would be a disgrace for any of those who claim to represent our citizens if, come 31st October, the same late-night drama plays out again”.

Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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My hon. Friend is right, and all Members of the House now have the responsibility to come together to find a way through, and ensure that we get this done.