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Canterbury City Council Bill

I have no idea whether they have changed their mind, but they have given me an absolute assurance, in writing, that this provision will be struck out in another place. Over the past two and a bit years, a great deal of time and energy has been expended in this Chamber on debating these two parallel Bills and, indeed, the other four that are further back in the pipeline. I do not think that further words from me will add anything to the debate. My local community in Canterbury is very anxious for this measure, which is supported by all parties on Canterbury city council, and I would be most grateful for the support of the House.