Speeches by Whitby.

“I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Thurrock (Jen Craft) for securing this debate. Home-to-school transport is particularly important for young people living in rural areas such as Derbyshire Dales, with the average pupil in rural areas having to travel 10 miles each way to school, and one in 10 pupils in a special s…”

“What was the basis for the recommendation for the 81% emissions reduction?”

“Without transgressing on other questions, do you see some quick progress to be made in things like agriculture and buildings?”

“Good afternoon to both of you. The 81% emission reduction from 1990s levels by 2035 is the equivalent of a 60% emission reduction from 2023 levels, which is to be delivered in just 11 years. The obvious question is: is this achievable given the difficulty the UK has had in reducing emissions levels in key sectors such …”

“I thank the hon. Member for securing the debate. Connectivity is a significant problem for my constituents. My constituency of Derbyshire Dales has the 26th lowest rate of gigabit broadband coverage in the country, and currently only 40% of residents have access to gigabit broadband. Does the hon. Member therefore welc…”

“Madam Deputy Speaker, it is a genuine honour to address you and the House today. It is not just a privilege to represent the Derbyshire Dales; It is a privilege just to be there, because it is truly an area of outstanding natural beauty—known to many hon. Members, I am sure, because it is a destination for millions. Bu…”