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Point of Order
Wednesday 10th November 2010

(14 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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Order. The Minister will have to practise. He is far too long-winded, and that has got to change.

Eric Joyce Portrait Eric Joyce (Falkirk) (Lab)
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The Minister refers to the recovery of remains, which is a painful reminder of the need to deal with the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland. If the Secretary of State decides to place any new obligations on the Historical Enquiries Team, will he ensure that it is fully and properly funded to undertake them?

Lord Swire Portrait Mr Swire
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The two bodies are entirely different. We believe that the HET is a good organisation and should be properly resourced, as we believe that it represents the way forward.

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