Member

There is no apparent limitation on the policy changes which these regulations could introduce, other than the self-evident one that further procedures or measures must reduce, or not increase, the risk of physical harm to individuals. Even Amendment 21A from the last group, in the name of the noble Lord, Lord Davies of Gower, would introduce only a test of proportionality, and only in Clause 6. I look forward to the Minister’s explanation of why these powers are necessary and why, if he can show that they are necessary, it was thought appropriate or necessary to take them without precondition or even the most rudimentary consultation.