Proceeding contribution from Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 20 April 2006. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee of the Whole House (HC) on Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill.

Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill

The hon. Gentleman says that it is not about that, but that is the effect of his amendment. Any Minister with responsibility for police should support the rule of law and law and order. The amendment, however, will ensure not just that, but will fetter the independence and management of the police service by Ministers. I understand why the amendments have been tabled. Despite the passion expressed by hon. Members, whom I thank for sharing their experiences with the House, I am not able to accept the amendments. If they are not withdrawn, I will have to urge my hon. Friends to vote against them.

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 445 c290
Session: 2005-06
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Criminal records Devolved matters Administration of justice Equality Extradition Disqualification Government departments Northern Ireland Police Recruitment Public appointments Northern Ireland Assembly Political parties Politics and government Ministers Police Service of Northern Ireland Religion First Minister of Northern Ireland
Legislation: Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2005-06
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Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill

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