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To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what analysis he has undertaken on the reasons for variations in regional productivity; and what steps he is taking to reduce those variations.
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what analysis he has undertaken on the reasons for variations in regional productivity; and what steps he is taking to reduce those variations.
Office for National Statistics data indicates that both London and the South East had productivity levels above the UK average in 2023 (the most up-to-date available data). All other regions had productivity levels lower than the UK average, with the lowest levels in Wales (15.1% lower than average) and West Midlands (14.8% lower than average).
Differences in productivity reflects a number of factors, including differences in historical infrastructure and capital investment and the sectoral composition of a region's economy.
The Government is committed to supporting regional growth: fundamentally rewiring the way our country works, transferring greater powers, funding and accountability to the local leaders who know what it takes to drive growth in their areas. In support of this, the government is investing in the infrastructure needed to support our city regions and growth corridors to grow, including an up to £45bn commitment to Northern Powerhouse Rail. The Government is maintaining momentum on our broader Northern and Oxford-Cambridge Growth Strategies, including a new £150m scale-up fund aimed at the fastest growing businesses in the North of England, delivered by the British Business Bank.
I am pleased that the Government are extending intensive supervision courts, which combine rehabilitation with close judicial oversight, as I saw once on a visit to Texas. Tackling the causes of crime and interrupting the cycle of reoffending not only reduces crime, but helps people back into sustainable relationships and employment. Will the Minister share whether consideration is being given to extending the scheme to London in a future roll-out?
I am pleased that the Government are extending intensive supervision courts, which combine rehabilitation with close judicial oversight, as I saw once on a visit to Texas. Tackling the causes of crime and interrupting the cycle of reoffending not only reduces crime, but helps people back into sustainable relationships and employment. Will the Minister share whether consideration is being given to extending the scheme to London in a future roll-out?
Such courts are to be seen not only in Texas, but in Stockton, Teesside; I visited an intensive supervision court there and saw for myself the value of this approach in ensuring that we really tackle the challenge of prolific offending among the relatively small group of people who commit a significant number of crimes. We are operating this approach in four locations in England, and will do so in a further seven by 2029, including in London.
I welcome the recent announcement of new technical education pathways at GCSE level, which will hugely benefit pupils in Feltham and Heston and across the country. Through visits to Germany, Singapore and Australia, I have seen how we can build opportunities for increased partnerships including internationally with world-leading specialist training providers. Will the Minister confirm that the Government will look to make sure that we invest in the skilled workforce and partnerships that we need to give our students not just the best chance for a great job but the best chance for life in an increasingly competitive world?
I welcome the recent announcement of new technical education pathways at GCSE level, which will hugely benefit pupils in Feltham and Heston and across the country. Through visits to Germany, Singapore and Australia, I have seen how we can build opportunities for increased partnerships including internationally with world-leading specialist training providers. Will the Minister confirm that the Government will look to make sure that we invest in the skilled workforce and partnerships that we need to give our students not just the best chance for a great job but the best chance for life in an increasingly competitive world?
My hon. Friend is right to highlight that one of the benefits of Erasmus+ is that it builds on the Turing scheme as well as expanding opportunities available through the partnerships to staff and students. It is a very good example to draw to the House’s attention. Around the world we have amazing practitioners teaching in a variety of settings, and it is in everyone’s benefit for them to connect with one another and be at the cutting edge of research and teaching.
Public sector productivity is improving, with the latest Office for National Statistics figures showing output continuing to grow faster than inputs, and Departments being challenged to improve efficiency and modernise outdated processes. Can the Minister confirm that the Government expect that will have a positive impact for residents in Feltham and Heston and people across the country, ensuring that Government services are faster, better and easier to access?
Public sector productivity is improving, with the latest Office for National Statistics figures showing output continuing to grow faster than inputs, and Departments being challenged to improve efficiency and modernise outdated processes. Can the Minister confirm that the Government expect that will have a positive impact for residents in Feltham and Heston and people across the country, ensuring that Government services are faster, better and easier to access?
I could not agree more with my hon. Friend. Driving public sector productivity is extremely important in two ways: first, because we get better value for money for taxpayers for the tax that people are putting in, including taxpayers in our own constituencies; and secondly, as she says, we are driving efficiencies, faster service delivery and using AI in the NHS to really drive improvements in care, as well as delivering more bang for buck.
That this House extends its best wishes to the family and loved ones of Freddie Mercury who grew up in Feltham alongside Brian May, on what would have been Freddie’s 80th birthday on 5 September 2026; notes the extraordinary contribution of Freddie Mercury and Queen to British music and culture and their impact in Feltham and across the world; recognises the enormous love and respect for Freddie from fans across the world including the planting of a Sakura cherry blossom tree by Riko and Emi from Tokyo; appreciates the iconic contribution of the mural of Freddie Mercury at the Feltham headquarters of Russell Finex; and pays tribute to the work of the Friends of Feltham Green in commemorating Freddie’s life including the Freddie Mercury Memorial Garden and the Freddie Mercury and Brian May Walking Tours, and their working with his sister Kashmira Bulsara and family to keep alive Freddie’s memory and legacy.
That this House extends its best wishes to the family and loved ones of Freddie Mercury who grew up in Feltham alongside Brian May, on what would have been Freddie’s 80th birthday on 5 September 2026; notes the extraordinary contribution of Freddie Mercury and Queen to British music and culture...
Statement on the draft Equality Act 2010 code of practice for services, public functions and associations.
Statement on the draft Equality Act 2010 code of practice for services, public functions and associations.
Motion that this House has considered International Women's Day. Agreed to on question.
Motion that this House has considered International Women's Day. Agreed to on question.
On his questions relating to Jimmy Lai, I refer the Hon Member to the answers provided in the Urgent Question debate on 9 February, and I will keep him and other members updated on all further steps that the UK will take alongside our international partners to call for...
On his questions relating to Jimmy Lai, I refer the Hon Member to the answers provided in the Urgent Question debate on 9 February, and I will keep him and other members updated on all further steps that the UK will take alongside our international partners to call for...
Jimmy Lai: Prison Sentence
The following extract is from the urgent question on Jimmy Lai: Prison Sentence on 9 February 2026.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is also in close contact with Mr Lai’s international legal team at Doughty Street Chambers, and with his son and daughter, Sebastien and Claire, whom...
Jimmy Lai: Prison Sentence
The following extract is from the urgent question on Jimmy Lai: Prison Sentence on 9 February 2026.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is also in close contact with Mr Lai’s international legal team at Doughty Street Chambers, and with his son and daughter, Sebastien and Claire, whom...
Consideration of Lords message. Lords Amendments 1 to 12 agreed to on question.
Consideration of Lords message. Lords Amendments 1 to 12 agreed to on question.
As set out in our manifesto and in the King’s Speech last July, the government remains committed to introducing mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting for large employers.
Our consultation on ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting closed on 10 June. Good progress has been made in analysing the...
As set out in our manifesto and in the King’s Speech last July, the government remains committed to introducing mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting for large employers.
Our consultation on ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting closed on 10 June. Good progress has been made in analysing the...
Committee stage. Clause 1, debated with remaining clauses, amendments and new clauses, and agreed to. Clauses 2-6 agreed to. Clause 7, amendment 4 negatived on division (143 to 318). Clauses 7-11 agreed to. Clause 12, amendment 5 negatived on division (147 to 318). Clauses 12 and 13 agreed to. Clauses 14, 15 and 24 amendments made and as amended, agreed to. Clauses 16-23, 25-26 and Schedule agreed to. Third reading. Agreed to on question. Bill passed.
Committee stage. Clause 1, debated with remaining clauses, amendments and new clauses, and agreed to. Clauses 2-6 agreed to. Clause 7, amendment 4 negatived on division (143 to 318). Clauses 7-11 agreed to. Clause 12, amendment 5 negatived on division (147 to 318). Clauses 12 and 13 agreed to. Clauses...
Motion that this House has considered Black History Month. Agreed to on question.
Motion that this House has considered Black History Month. Agreed to on question.
I refer the Rt Hon Member to the answer given on 8 September to Question 71619.
The prosecution in Jimmy Lai's politically motivated trial has sought to highlight Mr Lai's
relationships with foreign nationals, including British nationals. The naming of British
nationals in this manner is unacceptable. If...
I refer the Rt Hon Member to the answer given on 8 September to Question 71619.
The prosecution in Jimmy Lai's politically motivated trial has sought to highlight Mr Lai's
relationships with foreign nationals, including British nationals. The naming of British
nationals in this manner is unacceptable. If...
The Home Office keeps all aspects of the immigration system under review. However, British nationality law is governed by the British Nationality Act 1981, which came into force on 1 January 1983. There is no power in law to grant British citizenship outside of the statutory provisions of that Act...
The Home Office keeps all aspects of the immigration system under review. However, British nationality law is governed by the British Nationality Act 1981, which came into force on 1 January 1983. There is no power in law to grant British citizenship outside of the statutory provisions of that Act...
There is no such requirement at present.
UKVI Seasonal Agricultural Worker Officers visit farms, interviewing both workers and farm managers to ensure that worker welfare, accommodation standards, as well as pay and conditions meet the requirements of the route.
Regular bi-monthly meetings are held with the licensed sponsors to...
There is no such requirement at present.
UKVI Seasonal Agricultural Worker Officers visit farms, interviewing both workers and farm managers to ensure that worker welfare, accommodation standards, as well as pay and conditions meet the requirements of the route.
Regular bi-monthly meetings are held with the licensed sponsors to...
Gender Self-identification
The following extract is from the debate on Gender Self-identification on 19 May 2025.
Does the Minister agree that six weeks is a very short time for that consultation to run? Initially it was two weeks. Would not 12 weeks, as has been the case for various pieces of consultation...
Gender Self-identification
The following extract is from the debate on Gender Self-identification on 19 May 2025.
Does the Minister agree that six weeks is a very short time for that consultation to run? Initially it was two weeks. Would not 12 weeks, as has been the case for various pieces of consultation...
Motion to consider. Agreed to on question.
Motion to consider. Agreed to on question.
New clause 27 (Repeal of certain provisions of the Nationality and Borders Act 2022) negatived on division (3 votes to 13). New clause 29 (Refugee family reunion) negatived on division (3 votes to 13). New clause 32 (Revocation of indefinite leave to remain in certain circumstances) negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 33 (Borders legislation: Human Rights Act) negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 34 (Offences and deportation), discussed with new clause 42 (Removals from the United Kingdom: visa penalties for uncooperative countries), negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 35 (Restrictions on visas for spouses and civil partners), discussed with new clause 39 (Restrictions on visas and grants of indefinite leave to remain), and new clause 40 (Cap on number of entrants), negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 36 (Access to accommodation centres: Immigration Enforcement) negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 37 (Asylum support repayment scheme) negatived on division (2 votes to 14). New clause 38 (Leave outside the rules: consultation) negatived on division (2 votes to 12). New clause 39 (Restrictions on visas and grants of indefinite leave to remain) negatived on division (2 votes to 12). New clause 40 (Cap on number of entrants) negatived on division (2 votes to 12). New clause 41 (Asylum or refugee claims) negatived on division (2 votes to 12). New clause 42 (Removals from the United Kingdom: visa penalties for uncooperative countries) negatived on division (2 votes to 12). New clause 44 (Duty to deport in accordance with the Refugee Convention) debated and withdrawn. Bill, as amended, to be reported (Bill 205). Written evidence reported to the House.
New clause 27 (Repeal of certain provisions of the Nationality and Borders Act 2022) negatived on division (3 votes to 13). New clause 29 (Refugee family reunion) negatived on division (3 votes to 13). New clause 32 (Revocation of indefinite leave to remain in certain circumstances) negatived on division (2...