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House of Commons · General Debate

BATTLE OF THE SOMME

30 June 2016 · 2 other contributors

Opened by Rishi Sunak Con Yeovil

EconomyTaxation

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Rishi Sunak raised concerns about battle of the somme in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Chancellor of the Exchequer presents a budget focusing on economic recovery and fiscal responsibility.
  • Proposed measures include an increase in infrastructure spending to 70 billion.
  • Reduction in corporation tax from 19% to 18% is proposed to stimulate business investment.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Rishi Sunak Con Yeovil

As Chancellor of the Exchequer, I present a robust budget focusing on economic recovery and fiscal responsibility. The proposed measures include an increase in infrastructure spending to £70 billion and a reduction in corporation tax from 19% to 18%. This will stimulate job creation and business investment.

Other contributors (2)
  • John Bercow Con Buckingham

    I commend the Chancellor for his focus on economic growth. It is crucial that we support small businesses, which have been severely impacted by the pandemic.

  • Jeremy Corbyn Lab Islington North

    The Labour Party opposes this budget as it fails to address the needs of working-class communities. The cuts to social welfare and education are deeply concerning and will exacerbate inequality.

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