Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Dubs (Labour). It was answered on Thursday, 30 October 2008.
Constitution: Monarchy
- Question
- My Lords, would my noble friend accept the simple proposition that the monarchy should embrace the values of our society? Those values include not discriminating against women and not discriminating against one particular religion. Are those two arguments not sufficient to justify having another look at the issue?
- Answer
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My Lords, I recall the noble Lord moving the Second Reading of his Private Member’s Bill just before the 2005 general election. Indeed, in preparation for this Question, I read his speech. Of course, these are issues of great importance, but the solving of them is much more complex than it looks at first instance, and, frankly, they are not a priority for us at present.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 704 c1689
- Session
- 2007-08
- Oral question type
- Supplementary
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Lords chamber
- Subjects
- Monarchy
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