Command Paper Safeguarding the Union Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Command Paper Safeguarding the Union

Lord Sandhurst Excerpts
Wednesday 6th November 2024

(2 weeks, 4 days ago)

Lords Chamber
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Baroness Smith of Basildon Portrait Baroness Smith of Basildon (Lab)
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I can assure the noble Lord that this is a priority for the Government. We are continuing to work at pace. He will be aware that the veterinary medicines working group is advising the Government. It met in September and will do so again this month; we will provide an update as soon as possible.

Lord Sandhurst Portrait Lord Sandhurst (Con)
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Presumably, the regional envoy has an important role in promoting the union. When will Sue Gray be starting her job?

Baroness Smith of Basildon Portrait Baroness Smith of Basildon (Lab)
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I must admit that I am quite fascinated by the noble Lord’s obsession with one individual on what is a major issue for the people of Northern Ireland. As and when, I will be happy to update him when she does.