Record Copies of Acts of Parliament

Debate between Lord Bridges of Headley and Lord Hunt of Kings Heath

Monday 11th July 2016 Lords Chamber

[Lord Bridges of Headley]

I am very delighted to be discussing this pressing issue today because there is not much else going on. I respect what my noble friend has to say but I gently repeat that the recording of Acts of Parliament is a matter for the two Houses. We very much hope that a way forward can be found to continue the use of vellum. If that is not the wish of this House, a way will have to be found, but, as I say, we await the outcome of the committee’s meeting this afternoon.

[Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Lab)]

My Lords, I cannot really believe that that is the Government’s position. This House, through our committees, has decided to phase out the use of vellum. To reintroduce it would be hugely expensive and a complete waste of time. I hope the Government are not reversing their position on this.

[Lord Bridges of Headley]

I gently say again that this is a matter for both Houses. It is a matter for the committee of this House and the committee of the other House to come to some agreement on. I am delighted, though, that the Labour Party is now looking to save money; this is a great turn up for the books. As I say, this is not a matter for government. We have made an offer but it is up to the Houses to decide.

Security: State Procession

Debate between Lord Bridges of Headley and Lord Hunt of Kings Heath

Thursday 9th July 2015 Lords Chamber

[Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Lab)]

My Lords, will the noble Lord refer this matter to the appropriate Joint Select Committee of both Houses, which looks into these matters? I think that would give a great deal more confidence.

[Lord Bridges of Headley]

My Lords, let me take that concept away with me. I have looked into this matter over the last few days and I am assured that the relevant security matters have been addressed, and that we have balanced those matters with the need to deliver savings in government.