Lord Avebury
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(9 years, 4 months ago)
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Baroness Williams of Trafford
I agree with my noble friend that the issue is divisive. There is a strong lobby both for and against, and the Government are very concerned not to exacerbate the problem. Therefore, the present position, whereby protection from caste discrimination is developing naturally through case law, is very helpful.
Lord Avebury (LD)
Will the Minister tell us how many representations have been made and by which organisations for the repeal of Section 9(5)(a), as demanded by the noble Lord, and why the Government have not agreed to meet persons or organisations that support Section 9(5)(a), which includes the whole of the Dalit community in this country?
Baroness Williams of Trafford
My Lords, I do not have exact figures and names to hand but I am very happy to write to the noble Lord with them.