Tuesday 11th September 2018

(6 years, 2 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Callanan Portrait Lord Callanan
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Obviously, it is to be hoped that we do not get into any disputes. We remain committed to the Chequers deal; as I said yesterday, we are awaiting a formal response from the EU. We think it is a good proposal, involving compromise on our behalf. We need now to see similar movement and compromise on the EU’s behalf.

Lord Bassam of Brighton Portrait Lord Bassam of Brighton (Lab)
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The former Foreign Secretary says that the EU can “go whistle”. Would the Minister like to comment on Mr Boris Johnson’s remark?

Lord Callanan Portrait Lord Callanan
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I think it is best if I stay away from these particular arguments.