Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Bill

Debate between Lord Agnew of Oulton and Lord Callanan

Committee stage
Monday 14th March 2022 Lords Chamber

[Lord Callanan (Con)]

Yes, I am happy to meet with the noble Lord and his colleagues to discuss that matter.

[Lord Agnew of Oulton (Con)]

I beg leave to withdraw the amendment.

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[Lord Callanan (Con)]

My Lords, it might be helpful for the Committee, before it debates this amendment, if I set out that of course I am aware of the strength of feeling on this issue and am very grateful for the engagement with the noble Lords, Lord Coaker and Lord Fox, and others on it over the weekend and the past few days.

As I indicated earlier, we are keen to progress this vital legislation collaboratively and swiftly, and I again pay tribute to the Opposition for helping us to do that. Therefore, if I tell the House that the Government are prepared to accept Amendment 43 tabled by the noble Lords, Lord Fox and Lord Coaker, should they wish to re-table it on Report, perhaps that would enable a more speedy consideration of this group.

[Lord Agnew of Oulton (Con)]

My Lords, in view of that, I will not press my Amendment 44.