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House of Commons · General Debate

Cost of Living and Brexit

14 June 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Philippa Whitford SNP Central Ayrshire

EconomyScotlandBrexit

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

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At a glance

Philippa Whitford raised concerns about cost of living and brexit in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Ms Whitford argues that increases in living costs harm businesses and families in Scotland and the UK.
  • She states that Brexit has contributed significantly to these cost increases.
  • Ms Whitford notes that devolved administrations lack adequate financial powers to address these issues.

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Philippa Whitford SNP Central Ayrshire

Ms Whitford argues that increases in living costs are detrimental to businesses and families across Scotland and the UK. She highlights that the UK's exit from the EU has contributed significantly to these cost increases. She also notes that devolved administrations lack sufficient financial powers to address these issues effectively, advocating for dedicated parliamentary time to explore solutions and contributions of various factors, including Brexit and Westminster economic policy.

Other contributors (1)
  • Philippa Whitford SNP Central Ayrshire

    Ms Whitford asserts that the cost of living crisis is exacerbated by the UK's exit from the EU. She emphasises the need for parliamentary time to thoroughly investigate the causes and contributions, particularly focusing on financial constraints faced by devolved administrations.

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