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House of Commons · General Debate

Church Commissioners

06 February 2020 · 2 other contributors

Opened by Luke Evans Con Hinckley and Bosworth

Religion & Faith

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

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At a glance

Luke Evans raised concerns about church commissioners in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Hon. Member Luke Evans raised concerns about roof thefts affecting churches in his constituency
  • Hon. Member requested comments on measures taken to prevent such incidents
  • No specific asks of the government or commitments made were recorded

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Luke Evans Con Hinckley and Bosworth

The hon. Member Luke Evans raised concerns about the steps taken by the Church Commissioners to support the maintenance of churches in his constituency, specifically highlighting issues with roof thefts and requested comments on measures taken to prevent such incidents.

Other contributors (2)
  • Andrew Selous

    Responded that £82.1 million from 2020 to 2022 would be allocated by the Commissioners as lowest income communities funding, and added that churches are facing issues with thefts, particularly roof thefts, which has led the Church to request a review of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.

  • Luke Evans Con Hinckley and Bosworth

    Acknowledged his hon. Friend's contribution regarding church repairs in Hinckley and Bosworth, but expressed concern over ongoing roof thefts affecting churches across the country and requested comments on measures to prevent such incidents.

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