Debates between Desmond Swayne and Barry Gardiner during the 2017-2019 Parliament

Draft EU-Canada Trade Agreement Order

Debate between Desmond Swayne and Barry Gardiner
Tuesday 26th June 2018

(6 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Barry Gardiner Portrait Barry Gardiner
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I absolutely share the hon. Lady’s concern. That is one reason why it was part of the Labour party’s manifesto at the last election that we would not approve trade agreements that had these mechanisms in them.

Desmond Swayne Portrait Sir Desmond Swayne (New Forest West) (Con)
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On a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. There is some pressure on time. The hon. Gentleman has been at it for over 20 minutes and we still do not know where he stands. Is it in order for him to keep the House in such suspense?