Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Metcalfe and John Bercow

Tuesday 15th March 2016 Commons Chamber

[Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con)]

4. What discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport on improving access to broadband for businesses.

[Mr Speaker]

I call Minister Ed Vaizey.

[Mr Speaker]

I am glad that the Minister thinks it is lovely simply to have his name announced.

[Stephen Metcalfe]

Although I welcome the progress the Government are making on rolling out broadband, it is clear that many businesses are not happy with the service that they are receiving from BT. What discussions is my hon. Friend having with BT to ensure that it is delivering for businesses across the country and specifically in Basildon and Thurrock?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Metcalfe and John Bercow

Thursday 4th February 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

We are all now better informed.

[Stephen Metcalfe]

The success of the food industry, not least in counties such as Essex, is largely down to the innovation and skill of the workforce. How will the Great British Food Unit encourage more people into the industry, particularly through apprenticeships?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Metcalfe and John Bercow

Thursday 19th November 2015 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

Put it in the Library. We will all be grateful.

[Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con)]

10. What steps she is taking to encourage the building of further new nuclear reactors.