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Debate between Lord Harper and Julian Sturdy
Tuesday 22nd June 2010

(15 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Julian Sturdy Portrait Julian Sturdy (York Outer) (Con)
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2. What steps he plans to take to establish fixed-term Parliaments.

Lord Harper Portrait The Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office (Mr Mark Harper)
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My right hon. Friend the Deputy Prime Minister and I have been working with colleagues across Government to develop our proposals, and we will announce them to the House shortly.

Julian Sturdy Portrait Julian Sturdy
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I am grateful for that response, but does the Minister agree that it is vital to bring forward legislation as quickly as possible, if this new Parliament is indeed serious about restoring public trust and confidence in the House?

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