What events or meetings, if any, did the Minister decline to attend during the week beginning 9 March, including location, event description, and attendees?

Answer

I receive a significant number of event and meeting requests and am not able to accommodate all of them because of other commitments, including time in the House, at Cabinet committee and Cabinet meetings, meetings with officials, other Parliamentary responsibilities, and engagements with key stakeholders. Given the wide variety of factors influencing my diary on a daily basis and the need to consult with all groups, individuals, or events that were declined before listing them, I do not believe it is in the public interest to provide this information.