Proceeding contribution from David Gauke (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Monday, 19 November 2007. It occurred during Debate on bill on European Communities (Finance) Bill.
European Communities (Finance) Bill
No. We are entitled to vote this down. Under article 269 of the European Union treaty this deal constitutes a recommendation, which then needs to be adopted by member states. It is a bad deal for Britain: it loses us part of our rebate, it fails to reform the common agricultural policy, and it weakens our negotiating position for the next time. Tonight, we should take the opportunity to reject this recommendation and to defend Britain's interests by voting against the Bill.
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- 2007-08
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- Audit Common fisheries policy Contributions British overseas territories EU countries EU enlargement EU budget Job creation EU grants and loans National income Common agricultural policy Eastern Europe Balance of trade Treaties Republic of Ireland
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- European Communities (Finance) Bill 2007-08
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