Business of the House Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Business of the House

Wes Streeting Excerpts
Thursday 3rd July 2025

(1 day, 22 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lucy Powell Portrait Lucy Powell
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I thank my hon. Friend for that lovely invitation. I think the Health Secretary, who is in his place, owes me a drink, so he might want to come with me to Northwich to have a little taste of a piña colada. I encourage Members from across the House to have a cocktail in Northwich very soon.

Sonia Kumar Portrait Sonia Kumar (Dudley) (Lab)
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Will the Leader of the House agree to a debate on the growing number of empty shops in town centres? In Dudley, the Conservative-hiked parking charges, current poor transport links and antisocial behaviour as well as the rise of online shopping are driving businesses away, damaging our local economy and community life. Town centres are vital spaces where people can meet each other; they foster a sense of belonging and pride, and they need to be revitalised.