Member

I recognise of course that there are many subjects on which Members of your Lordships’ House cannot have a clear and decided opinion, and it is wholly understandable that in those circumstances they should seek guidance from the Front Bench. But when a Member has a clear and decided view, it is the duty of that Member to assert his or her conclusion, notwithstanding the fact that it may be contrary to the views of the Front Bench. This was a point touched on by the noble Lord and it is one to which I am passionately committed.