Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 11:21 pm on 21 February 2008.
James Brokenshire
Shadow Minister (Home Affairs)
11:21,
21 February 2008
The Minister will know that various specific concerns were raised and appear still to be held by the local authority. May I ask him to reflect on what has been said in the debate, and to respond later to any points that he has not been able to address tonight? That would be helpful, and it would be appreciated.
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