Council of the European Union: United Kingdom Presidency Debate

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Council of the European Union: United Kingdom Presidency

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Liaison Committee
Wednesday 20th July 2016

(8 years, 5 months ago)

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Lord Bridges of Headley Portrait Lord Bridges of Headley
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I agree. That is why I cited what was said to the House’s European Union Committee itself, which cited exactly that point.

Lord Richard Portrait Lord Richard (Lab)
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My Lords, a little while ago the Minister said that the Government would make alternative arrangements for our presidency, which we have since decided not to do. What alternative arrangements do the Government have in mind?

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If the noble Lord is referring to who will replace us, that matter is being determined by the European Union as we speak.

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