Wales Bill

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 1:52 pm on 14 June 2016.

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Photo of Nia Griffith Nia Griffith Shadow Secretary of State for Wales 1:52, 14 June 2016

We have moved on since the last Wales Bill, but it is vital that there is a mechanism to establish a clear financial framework with a “no detriment” principle so that the Welsh Assembly can have the confidence to decide whether to accept the devolution of tax-raising powers.

As I said at the outset, this Bill is not perfect and it will require amendments, but I hope that the UK Government will commit to working constructively with the Welsh Government and with Opposition parties to ensure that we deliver the strong, stable, workable settlement that the people of Wales deserve.