The second of my devolution questions trying to tease out why Wales and Scotland think imposing extra taxes is good for the economy . The answer of course ducks the question. Wales gets more spending/grant per head than England and the HS 2 supply c… read more
My question was designed to point out that Scotland’s higher taxes and extra laws have impeded economic progress there. Educational standards have slipped relative to England and the Scottish public sector struggles with poor productivity.He confirm… read more
Sir John Redwood (Wokingham) (Con): I rise to speak in support of tax-cutting proposals. We are not discussing the national insurance reductions in this group of clauses, but both previous speakers have spent some of their time discussing them becaus… read more
Sir John Redwood (Wokingham) (Con): Is there any indication of how the thief wanted to use the data, if they have actually got it? Have all the staff been advised to change accounts, passwords and internet access in every way, so that no further harm … read more
Sir John Redwood (Wokingham) (Con): The Secretary of State is making a good case. Does he agree that, as this extra money is available, we should ensure that more of it is spent on procuring weapons and military requirements here in the United Kingdom… read more