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Written question asked by Baroness Miller of Chilthorne Domer (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Thursday, 12 July 2007.


Demonstrations: Parliament Square

Question
Further to the statement by the Prime Minister on 3 July (Official Report, Commons, col. 818) that there will be consultation concerning changes to the laws that now restrict the right to demonstrate in Parliament Square, (a) when the consultation will begin; and (b) to whom it will be open.
Answer

As the noble Baroness is aware, we have announced that we shall consult widely on the provisions in the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act with a view to ensuring that people’s right to protest is not subject to unnecessary restrictions. The consultation will begin in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
4720; 693 c240WA
Session
2006-07
Related items
Constitutional Reform
Tuesday, 3 July 2007
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Commons
Subjects
Demonstrations Parliament Square Protest Public participation
Link
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