Member

Turning to the specifics of the amendments, I begin with Amendment 1 in the names of the noble Baronesses, Lady Scott and Lady Randerson, and the noble Lord, Lord Moylan. As I have said, I agree entirely with the sentiment behind the amendment. We have made it clear that we will take decisive action where the contracts allow us to do so. However, I do not agree that it is necessary to impose a statutory obligation on the Secretary of State on how to exercise her contractual rights. She has already made her intentions very clear.