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A Levels
I read that the Prime Minister is considering reforming A levels. It is not something I have ever urged and I would be interested in views from readers.
The case seems to revolve around the idea that everyone should do maths beyond GCSE level, and maybe continue with English. To accommodate...Read More »
My Intervention in the Tata Steel: Port Talbot Ministerial Statement
Question:
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how many jobs have been created in the UK to manufacture wind turbine (a) motors and (b) blades...Read More »
The Bank of England is wrong to keep selling bonds at big losses
The Bank of England decided this week to get rid of £100bn of bonds over the next year, £20bn more than last. I agree they should not buy more bonds to replace the ones that mature, like the ECB. I strongly disagree with their aggressive policy of selling bonds at...Read More »
Visit to Barclays Bank in Bradbury Centre Wokingham
I recently visited the centre and spoke to the Barclays staff member present. I renewed the case for Wokingham based arrangements for banking services in person. I was told few people are visiting the Bradbury facility, which is mainly designed to offer help for those who have had problems accessing...Read More »