Children and Families Bill Debate
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Ian Mearns
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(10 years, 10 months ago)
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Jane Ellison
I am going to give way to someone I have not given way to yet.
Ian Mearns (Gateshead) (Lab)
As with legislation on the use of seatbelts and mobile phones in cars, we will want everyone to abide, but if the vast majority of people abide, it will have a positive impact on the health of children who would otherwise be affected by passive smoking.
Jane Ellison
The hon. Gentleman anticipates the debate to come, during which the Government will listen carefully to the range of views expressed by Members on both sides of the House.