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Counter-Terrorism Bill (Programme) (No. 2)

I wish to place on record my thoughts on the comments of the hon. Member for Stockton, South (Ms Taylor) that the Committee had time to debate the serious matters in the Bill. Clearly, that is not the case. Back Benchers have not had the opportunity to express our views. If we are to believe the Prime Minister, who has made so many concessions on the Bill in order to woo Labour Members to ensure its passage, it is very important that there is sufficient time for us to understand the consequences of the Bill. I, for one, will not support the programme motion. It is wrong that we have had our debate curtailed, because those who did not serve on the Committee have not had time to debate the Bill.