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Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Bishop of Oxford It was answered by Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour) on Thursday, 2 December 1999.


Bassam of Brighton, Lord

Question
What steps they are taking to ensure that Christmas Day remains a day of value in the life of the nation, both as the celebration of the birth of Christ and as a shared day of rest.

Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
607 c907 
Session
1999-00
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Christmas Festivals and special occasions Public holidays Opening hours Shops Retail trade