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John Cooper

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Student Finance (Review of Payment Schedules)
Wednesday 7th January 2026

(2 days, 19 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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The hon. Gentleman is correct to say that it is possible for signatories to the convention to withdraw, but it is a very bad idea and the Government do not support it.

John Cooper Portrait John Cooper (Dumfries and Galloway) (Con)
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Does the Secretary of State not agree with expert opinion that says that while we remain signatories to the ECHR, we will not be able to protect our veterans from vexatious litigation?

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