Thursday 10th February 2022

(2 years, 9 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Kamall Portrait Lord Kamall (Con)
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I agree with that statement but it is not what the Question is about. The Question is about a temporary measure that was put in place and whether it should be made permanent. It involves the consideration of difficult issues, including ethical issues, and we want to make sure that when we come to a decision, it is justified.

Baroness Boycott Portrait Baroness Boycott (CB)
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Does the Minister accept that, as this provision is medically supported by all the experts, this decision is a political one that discriminates against women and is not based on sound medical evidence?

Lord Kamall Portrait Lord Kamall (Con)
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First, I remind the noble Baroness that we have not made a decision. I completely refute the allegation. It is unfair but I expect that, whatever we do on this issue, people will refer to the wider debate and accusations will fly around. I accept that, but we will concentrate on looking at the data and the consultation and make a decision.