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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 20 March 2025

Debate

Holocaust Memorial Bill

Contribution

Clause 2 is a betrayal of the trust placed in the Government by the original donors of VPG, and a betrayal of those who have relied on the statute for more than a century. The destruction of greenery is contrary to Jewish values. It is a provocation to protesters. They are, of course, not a reason not to build, but one has to be prepared for the vandalism, the security, the armed guards and the bag checking. It will be an obstacle to the best way forward for R&R. It is unduly expensive because of the need to build down two storeys, leaving a mound which will further obscure a large chunk of the garden.

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