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Michael Crockart MP’s maiden speech

LDV is continuing the tradition started on Cix of reposting maiden speeches of new Lib Dem MPs for the delectation and comment of our own community. We’ve been reserving them for the weekend, and amongst the new boys speaking this week past, we will be bringing you Michael Crockart, Ian Swales, Stephen Lloyd and Stephen Gilbert.

Thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, for giving me the opportunity to make my maiden speech. I want to pay tribute to Steve Baker for his considerable knowledge of the banking industry. I cannot wait to hear more about that in future debates. It is …

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  • David Rogers
    Another vote of thanks to the author of this well-written article! And thanks also Mark for the mention of stage two of the inland alternative to the main line...
  • Nonconformistradical
    "Trams and light rail (including ultra light rail) should be part of the mix of a revival of rail links." And what about trolleybuses which draw electric power...
  • Mark
    This is a great article by Mark Corner. This article might also be of interest ( and the Mark referred to is myself). Yes, there is a debate about the c...
  • Jennie
    ... nice of you to let hosts of glee know and get permission from the venue before announcing this......
  • Robin AG Bennett
    The electors of Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire have made a great choice of MP, judging by this maiden speech....