James Murray

James Murray

Labour (Co-op) — Ealing North

Speaking in the House of Commons on 8 September 2026

Debate

Business Rates: Hospitality Sector

Contribution

The hon. Gentleman is right to point out the important role that pubs and hospitality play in providing jobs, including jobs for young people. However, I gently say to him that one of the issues with the Lib Dems is that they welcome extra investment in our NHS and public services, but they never want to pay for it. When it comes to hard decisions on the economy, all they offer is soft politics.

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