Stephen Farry
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(2 years, 8 months ago)
Commons ChamberI do not know whether the hon. Gentleman is being serious, but I spoke in all good faith to the House, and I will continue to do so.
I wonder what continued purpose the Prime Minister sees for the ministerial code, given the frequency with which it is seemingly broken with impunity. How can the UK be a credible leader on liberal democratic values around the world, when the basic norms of accountability are thrown aside to save the skin of one man?
The answer to that question is staring the hon. Member in the face, if he looks at what is happening around the world. The UK is providing moral, political and diplomatic leadership as well as military support, and that is what we will continue to do.