Crime (International Co-operation) Bill [Lords]
9:10 am
Mr James Paice (South East Cambridgeshire, Conservative)
I repeat the Minister's welcome to you, Mr. Benton, and members of the Committee to what will be fairly short, but no doubt sharp, proceedings. I welcome the Minister back to his accustomed place in Committee, when debating other Bills. We have no criticism to make of the motion. As the hon. Gentleman said, it has been the subject of discussion. We are happy with it. There are only two knives in it, so there is scope for variation in our progress as long as we meet the criteria.
I welcome the Minister's commitment to a review, if that were necessary. However, I am sure that we can proceed with the Bill. It will not be the most exciting measure that we have debated, but I am sure that members of the Committee will do their best to make up for what the Bill lacks in excitement. A few issues will certainly give rise to contention. We shall endeavour to make them as contentious as possible so that members of the Committee will not think that their time has been wasted. We are happy with the motion, and I suggest that we proceed with the Bill.