G7: Charlevoix, Quebec Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

G7: Charlevoix, Quebec

Lord Faulks Excerpts
Monday 11th June 2018

(6 years, 6 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Baroness Evans of Bowes Park Portrait Baroness Evans of Bowes Park
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What I can certainly say is that we understand the importance of the steel industry in this country. We want to make sure that jobs are protected and we will continue to do that going forward. I will see if there is any further information that I can provide.

Lord Faulks Portrait Lord Faulks (Con)
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My Lords, the Leader of the House will confirm that, notwithstanding our leaving the European Union, we will still be a member of the G7, working closely with other members, and that we will be in a position to agree and, in so far as possible, enforce any relevant sanctions.

Baroness Evans of Bowes Park Portrait Baroness Evans of Bowes Park
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Yes, my noble friend is absolutely right.