Proceeding contribution from Gerald Howarth (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 25 October 2006. It occurred during Debate on bill on Charities Bill (HL).

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Surely it is sensible, for the avoidance of doubt in case such matters became actionable before the courts or any tribunal, for Parliament to make its intentions explicit. The law is littered with examples of interpretation being left to judges because the will of Parliament has not been made clear. The amendment would make explicit my right hon. Friend’s intention—and, hopefully, that of the House—so that there will be no doubt about the matter in future.

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 450 c1591
Session: 2005-06
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Disability Appeals Charities Audit Company law Companies Charity Commission Charitable donations Health Finance Land Gun sports Human rights Fundraising Private education Property transfer Property Schools Religion Regulation Sports Trusts Wills Humanism Chess
Legislation: Charities Bill (HL) 2005-06
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

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