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Proceeding contribution from Andy Slaughter (Labour) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 27 March 2008. It occurred during Topical debate on Policing in London.


Policing in London

I entirely agree that that is a serious problem. The death of Kodyo Yenga in Hammersmith and Fulham only a year ago was one of a number of tragic events at that time. We must keep this in perspective, as such events are still rare. One death, particularly of a young person, is a serious matter. However, I feel that the issue has been sensationalised—not by the hon. Member for Carshalton and Wallington and his party, but certainly by the hon. Member for Henley (Mr. Johnson) who has not graced the Chamber with his presence during this debate. That is a disgrace as he seeks—[Interruption.] He was present for about 10 minutes. No doubt he has another more important—


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
474 c371 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Crime prevention Crime British Transport Police Greater London Local government Police Police community support officers Metropolitan Police
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk