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Downing Street Parties: Police Investigation

Debate between Michael Ellis and Richard Bacon
Tuesday 25th January 2022

(2 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Ellis Portrait Michael Ellis
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No, I do not agree with the hon. Gentleman’s characterisation.

Richard Bacon Portrait Mr Richard Bacon (South Norfolk) (Con)
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Does the Paymaster General agree that compared with being interviewed under caution for flogging peerages, as Tony Blair was, trying to prosecute a former First Minister of Scotland despite being told that there was no evidence or taking money from Chinese spies, eating a piece of birthday cake is a relatively minor offence?

Michael Ellis Portrait Michael Ellis
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My hon. Friend makes his point powerfully and eloquently.