Proceeding contribution from Charlie Elphicke (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 8 March 2011. It occurred during Debate on bill on European Union Bill.
European Union Bill
My hon. Friend makes a powerful point. I do not think that it is for me, as a Back Bencher, to find the detailed solution, but those who are senior in the House, such as Front Benchers, should consider the other models of accountability used in Europe. They should consider the fact that we want accountability and transparency, without prejudicing the United Kingdom's negotiating position in the discussions that are held in European Councils. So long as we have to put up with being a member of the European Union—or, indeed, are enthused by that fact—we need to negotiate well and get the best possible deal for this country.
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- 2010-12
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- Disclosure of information European Union EU budget Powers Referendums Parliamentary scrutiny Sovereignty Treaties Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union European Council Treaty of Lisbon
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- European Union Bill 2010-12
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