Clause 9 - The registrar
Hunting Bill
3:00 pm
Mr Michael Foster (Worcester, Labour)
I am reluctant to speak on the amendment, but I am moved to do so by the hon. Gentleman's contribution. Had he allowed
me to intervene on the subject of impartiality, the matter could have been cleared up quickly.
The hon. Gentleman asked whether the views of Mr. John Bryant would be impartial in respect of amendments Nos. 304 and 305. He claimed that Mr. Bryant was my paid adviser when I introduced the Wild Mammals (Hunting with Dogs) Bill. Mr. Bryant did advise me and I suppose that he was paid, but certainly not by me. I am sure the hon. Gentleman would also like the matter cleared up as it relates to the impartiality of an individual who is fit to serve on a tribunal.