Speeches and Debates

Peter Aldous calls on PM to alllow pub beer gardens to open

10th June 2020

At Prime Minister's Questions, Peter Aldous welcomes the news that zoos such as Africa Alive! will be able to reopen next week and calls for beer gardens to be able to open on the same day.

Peter Aldous calls on the Government to address peoples’ concerns before reopening primary schools

11th May 2020

Peter Aldous calls on the Prime Minister to ensure the Government addresses peoples’ concerns about reopening primary schools, in particular about possibility of a significant threat of the virus both in the classroom and at the school gate.

Peter Aldous: Gradual reopening of holiday parks, campsites and self-catering well-suited to workplace safety

6th May 2020

Following the Government statement on workplace safety after the lifting of lockdown, Peter Aldous calls for the gradual reopening of holiday parks, campsites and self-catering accommodation which are well-suited to workplace safety arrangements and could boost the local economy and provide people the opportunity of a holiday in the UK.

Peter Aldous highlights the difficulties being experienced by the tourism, leisure and hospitality sector

28th April 2020

Peter Aldous asks about help for businesses who, at present, do not qualify for Government’s financial support package and for workers, such as seasonal workers, who have seen their income much reduced.

Peter Aldous raises prison officers’ COVID-19 concerns with Justice Secretary

27th April 2020

Peter Aldous raises concerns of local prison officers that social distancing guidelines are not being adhered to and there is a limited amount of PPE available.

Peter Aldous seeks clarification on the definition of essential retail

24th March 2020

Peter Aldous seeks clarification from the Secretary of State for Health on the definition of essential retail.

Peter Aldous questions Foreign Secretary about people stuck overseas

24th March 2020

Following the Foreign Secretary's statement on efforts to assist British citizens abroad to return home, Peter Aldous highlights concerns about constituents stuck in Bali, Peru, New Zealand and on the Coral Princess.

Peter Aldous backs the Coronavirus Bill but cautions against unintended consequences

23rd March 2020

Peter Aldous backs the Coronavirus Bill as necessary to tackle the disease and highlights the role the voluntary sector, in particular St John Ambulance, can do in support of the NHS. He also cautions against unintended consequences, in particular in respect of the disabled and the vulnerable and the impact of lockdown conditions.

Peter Aldous calls on Government to support payroll costs more directly

19th March 2020

Speaking in a debate on employment support during the coronavirus crisis, Peter Aldous highlights difficulties businesses are experience in accessing Government loans and calls on the Government to support payroll costs more directly.

Peter Aldous welcomes Chancellor's support package for coronavirus pandemic and calls for support for voluntary sector

17th March 2020

Peter Aldous welcomes the comprehensive package to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic and calls on the Government to support food banks, citizens advice and local churches who will play such a vital role in the coming weeks.