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Boosting Britain needs more than a fistful of Bills

Following the Queen's Speech, Heather Jameson says that personally her glass is at least half-full. But as the Prime Minister prepares to boost Britain after we leave the EU, Government policy is looking somewhat paradoxical.

After a long legislative hiatus the Queen's Speech is back, opening Parliament with a raft of Bills to keep local government busy.

The Parliamentary programme has something for everyone - or everyone in Number 10, at least. Devolution for the Prime Minister and the former City Hall team. Science and technology measures, close to the heart of his aide, Dominic Cummings. Even environmental and animal welfare measures, known to be favoured by Mr Johnson's partner, Carrie Symonds.

Heather Jameson

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