Investigatory Powers Bill Debate

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Investigatory Powers Bill

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Defence: Continuous At-Sea Deterrent
Wednesday 13th July 2016

(8 years, 4 months ago)

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Lord Thomas of Gresford Portrait Lord Thomas of Gresford
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But not the fact that he was proposing to escape charges of spying by going to another country. Was there something iniquitous about our conversation?

Lord Grabiner Portrait Lord Grabiner (Non-Afl)
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There probably was because no solicitor was engaged. So privilege was not attracted at all.

Lord Keen of Elie Portrait Lord Keen of Elie
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The noble Lord makes a good point, and it may be that the noble Lord, Lord Thomas, wishes to refer himself to the Bar Standards Board. However, I understand that the rules have changed since then.

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