European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Bill
Debate between Lord Newby and Lord Bridges of Headley
Committee: 2nd sitting (Hansard continued)
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Committee stage
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Committee: 2nd sitting (Hansard continued): House of Lords
Wednesday 15th January 2020
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Wednesday 15th January 2020
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Lord Bridges of Headley (Con)
My Lords, just before the noble Lord sits down, I quickly ask him something on a point of information. He spoke for 10 minutes and did not mention two words: “Salisbury convention”. I am sure he knows that, on page 5 of the Conservative Party manifesto, there is a clear commitment not to extend the implementation period. Does he agree that this amendment is in contradiction to the Salisbury convention?
Lord Newby
No, because it does not require the period to be extended at all. If the Prime Minister is correct and we pass this amendment, there is absolutely no let or hindrance to the Tory party manifesto being adhered to. Deleting this clause will, I fear, make the Prime Minister’s life easier. He should welcome it.