Steel Summit: Closure Of The Blast Furnace & Coke Ovens Was An Act Of Industrial Vandalism

10 Jul 2018

During a Westminster Hall debate, secured by my colleague Anna Turley, I called the closure of the blast and coke ovens in Redcar an action of industrial vandalism which led to the loss of a strategic asset for our country. Stephen Kinnock: On the point my hon. Friend has made…

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Steel Summit: Steel 2020 Contains A Detailed Road Map On What Can Be Done

10 Jul 2018

The British steel industry is hobbled by punitive energy costs (far higher than in Germany, France & Netherlands). In January 2017 the all party group on Steel produced ‘Steel 2020‘, with recommendations on how to reduce costs. Claire Perry promised she’ll read it. Looking forward to her feedback! Stephen Kinnock: I…

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Demolition Of Khan Al-Ahmar

04 Jul 2018

It is devastating to see destruction of Khan Al-ahmar. Two years ago I visited and met many wonderful people doing their best to live in peace. It is time to recognise Palestine and to impose sanctions and cease all trade with the illegally occupied territories. I called on the Government…

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Contaminated Blood Inquiry

02 Jul 2018

This appalling contaminated blood scandal has blighted the lives of many, including some of my constituents. That the inquiry is finally getting underway is very good news, although it has taken us far too long to get here. Vital now that the Government co-operates fully with the inquiry. Stephen Kinnock: The…

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This Is Not Project Fear, This Is Happening Right Here, Right Now

02 Jul 2018

“This is not Project Fear, this is happening right here, right now.” My question to the Prime Minister, highlighting massive drop in investment in automotive, plummeting FDI, and urging her to commit to an EEA-based Brexit Stephen Kinnock: According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, investment in new models,…

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Committee For Exiting The European Union Hears From Guy Verhofstadt

30 Jun 2018

Guy Verhofstadt, chief Brexit representative for the European parliament, appeared before the Committee for Exiting the European Union. I asked him about the Irish border, and EEA and EFTA. Stephen Kinnock: The British media today is reporting the draft conclusions of the 29 June European Council summit, where the European…

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Leaving the EU: Parliamentary Scrutiny

28 Jun 2018

There is a real risk that MPs are forced to vote on a ‘motherhood and apple pie’ Brexit bill this October, with loose wording that means very little, and so forces us to gamble on our government’s competence. Would require a huge leap of faith! Stephen Kinnock: I congratulate my right…

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Russian Federation activity in the UK and globally

28 Jun 2018

In a Westminster Hall debate I argued that Britain must engage with Russia as it is, and not how we would like it to be. We must understand the history, culture, interests and foreign policy objectives of this vast nation, whilst also being absolutely clear, strong and resolute in the face…

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Tidal Lagoon Announcement: People Of Aberavon See This As Another Betrayal Of The People Of Wales

25 Jun 2018

I called on the Secretary of State to publish cost benefit analysis for the steel industry after the Government’s announcement not to support the Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon. The people of Aberavon see this as another betrayal of the people of Wales, they also understand that the project would’ve had…

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Parliamentary Constituency Boundaries

19 Jun 2018

The Tory boundary review is a barefaced gerrymander. Ministers must now stop using backstairs manoeuvres to block Afzal Khan’s private members bill, which would re-boot the review and command cross-party support. Stephen Kinnock: Before addressing the specifics of the motion, let me make a general point. I have no problem…

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EEA Based Brexit Is The Only Viable Option

14 Jun 2018

In my speech in the Chamber yesterday, I set out why an EEA-based Brexit is the only viable option: it balances sovereignty and prosperity, reforms free movement, and is ready-made model that would re-unite our deeply divided country. I’ve been banging this drum for 18 months and I’ll keep going!…

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Committee For Exiting The European Union Hears About Citizens’ Rights

06 Jun 2018

The Committee heard evidence from Fiona Godfrey, Chair, British Immigrants living in Luxembourg (BRILL), and Deputy Chair of British in Europe; Jane Golding, Co-Chair, British in Germany, and Chair of British in Europe; Michael Harris, Chair, EuroCitizens, Spain; and Kalba Meadows, Founder, Remain in France Together (RIFT), France. I asked…

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EEA/EFTA Based Brexit

06 Jun 2018

The EU Withdrawal Bill is expected to return to the Commons on Tuesday 12 June. As you know, the Lords passed a number of important amendments. Those amendments include membership of a customs union and UK membership of the European Economic Area (EEA). Click here for a briefing with useful information about…

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Urgent Question On Steel Tariffs

05 Jun 2018

I asked the Trade Secretary what steps he is taking to appeal to the US Congress members whose states will be most affected by the inevitable job losses that Trump’s tariffs will cause, & whether he will address the APPG on steel on the wider actions he is taking. Stephen…

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Letter To Claire Perry On Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon

04 Jun 2018

I, along with Carolyn Harris MP, wrote to Claire Perry MP, Minister of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, calling for an urgent meeting to discuss the reports that the Government is set to reject the Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon. You can read our letter here:

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Government Ministers Appear Before Committee For Exiting The EU

24 May 2018

Ministers from the Department for Exiting The European Union appeared before the Committee to answer questions about the progress of UK-EU negotiations, including the Government’s customs union proposals on customs arrangements. 2019 will be a year of huge political and institutional ‘churn’ in Brussels, with European Parliament elections in May and…

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Government Outrageously Ploughing Ahead With Boundary Review Based On Electoral Register With Millions Missing

22 May 2018

I challenged the Leader of the House over the millions missing from the electoral register that is being used to draw up the new constituency boundaries. It’s outrageous that the government is ploughing ahead with a boundary review on the basis of the 2015 electoral register, thus omitting the 2.1…

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Letter To FCA On Rosneft

22 May 2018

I wrote to the Financial Conduct Authority calling on them to reconsider the legitimacy of Russian oil major Rosneft’s listing on the London Stock Exchange. It damages public trust in our institutions when an organisation based on assets acquired unlawfully can benefit from the City of London. Rosneft is not just…

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Committee For Exiting The European Union Focuses On Science, Research, And Higher Education

16 May 2018

The Committee for Exiting the EU heard evidence from Professor Michael Arthur, Chair, Russell Group EU Advisory Group, Professor Richard Brook OBE, President, Association for Innovation, Research and Technology Organisations, Dr Sarah Main, Executive Director, Campaign for Science and Engineering and Dr Beth Thompson MBE, Head of Policy (UK and EU), Wellcome Trust. I…

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Devastating 90% Drop In Inward Investment Into The UK Caused By Profound Market Uncertainty That Brexit Has Triggered

16 May 2018

During Prime Ministers Questions I questioned Theresa May on her Brexit plan as recent figures, released by the OECD, showed a devastating 90% drop in inward investment to the UK between 2016-2017. This has been caused by profound market uncertainty that Brexit has triggered. It’s vital we reverse this market uncertainty…

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Urgent Question On Gaza

15 May 2018

I participated in the Urgent Questions on Gaza today, pushing the Minister on the fact that condemnation of Israel with words alone is of little use. I challenged him to support banning trade with businesses operating out of the illegally occupied territories of the West Bank. Stephen Kinnock: We have been…

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