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Public Houses (Electrical Safety) Bill
01 November 2021
Lead MP
Andrew Rosindell
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Community Security
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Andrew Rosindell raised concerns about public houses (electrical safety) bill in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The Bill aims to require public houses to have annual electrical safety tests, making associated provision about licensing, insurance and enforcement. It is designed to prevent tragic accidents like the death of Harvey Tyrrell in 2018. The current regulation does not ensure that pubs comply with electrical safety standards, hence the necessity for this Bill.
Afzal Khan
Lab
Manchester Rusholme
Expressed concern over Islamophobia and urged the Prime Minister to respond to his correspondence from last year concerning better safeguarding British Muslims and carrying out an independent investigation.
Responded to Afzal Khan's point of order, confirming that there is a working group in his Department dealing with anti-Muslim hatred issues. He also assured that Mr Khan's correspondence would be replied to in a timely manner.
Government Response
Responded to Afzal Khan's point of order, confirming the existence of an anti-Muslim hatred working group and an independent adviser on Islamophobia within his Department. Assured that Mr Khan's correspondence would be replied to in a timely manner.
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