M

Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 12 February 2025

Debate

Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill

Contribution

I refer back to what the Minister said when he was explaining the Henry VIII powers in the Bill, which I disagree with. He said we need to be able to respond with flexibility for different circumstances. I understand that. One of the things that appeals to me about this review is that if the Government see, after 18 months, that the Bill is not actually leading to more public safety but is killing off a very important industry for a free society then we can adapt accordingly. If we do not have the review, we will never know.

About Hansard

Hansard is the official verbatim record of proceedings in the UK Parliament. Every word spoken in the Commons and Lords is recorded and published — this page is a single contribution from that record.

Partner sites