Ministerial Code: Investigation of Potential Breach Debate

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Ministerial Code: Investigation of Potential Breach

Lloyd Russell-Moyle Excerpts
Tuesday 23rd May 2023

(1 year, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeremy Quin Portrait Jeremy Quin
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I of course agree that there is a difference there, but I would not wish to speculate about this particular circumstance, as my right hon. Friend will understand.

Lloyd Russell-Moyle Portrait Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Brighton, Kemptown) (Lab/Co-op)
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If the Prime Minister is gathering the evidence and asking for more information, what is so wrong with just launching an investigation properly through the correct channels?

Jeremy Quin Portrait Jeremy Quin
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There is nothing incorrect with the process, which is being conducted properly and professionally. The Prime Minister will gather the information and then decide the next steps. It is very simple.