Written question asked by Lord Stoddart of Swindon (Independent Labour) on Tuesday, 25 November 2014, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 December 2014. It was answered by Lord Wallace of Saltaire (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 8 December 2014 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.
Devolution: England
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they will introduce legislation to create an English parliament; and if not, why not.
- Answer
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The Government is considering the various constitutional issues that arise from further devolution, including the so-called West Lothian question.
Discussions on this issue and other proposals relating to 'the English question' are ongoing. The Government does not believe at present there is public support for a separate English Parliament which would increase the cost of politics and the number of politicians.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL3166
- Session
- 2014-15
- Subjects
- Devolution England
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