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Children, Schools and Families Bill

I thought that we took it in turns to speak and that we speak only when one of us is standing, and I was not giving way. I believe that Sir Roger’s recommendations improve the protection of children, but without potentially criminalising grandmothers, other kinship carers and other close relatives who administer a mild smack. The Government are therefore committed to implementing the recommendations as soon as possible. I reiterate this assurance. I hope that with that the noble Baroness and my noble friend will consider withdrawing the amendment.