Anglo-Irish Agreement

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 3:30 pm on 18 November 1985.

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Photo of Mr David Steel Mr David Steel Leader of the Liberal Party 3:30, 18 November 1985

Will the Prime Minister agree that, while it is always easier to destroy than to create, nowhere is that more true than in the history of Northern Ireland? Will she accept from these Benches support on the basis that this creative step is preferable to the status quo of bitterness, division and bloodshed? Will she further agree that those who are not prepared to accept the decisions of this sovereign Parliament, as they apply to that part of the United Kingdom, should cease to arrogate unto themselves the title of moralist?