Police (Northern Ireland) Bill

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 5:00 pm on 25 October 2000.

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Photo of Lord Biffen Lord Biffen Conservative 5:00, 25 October 2000

I have heard a great deal of the debate on the Bill, but I have had the proper diffidence of an Englishman in not wishing to make too assertive a comment. The debate echoes the constant desire for constitutional and social fine-tuning to bring about a more settled future for the Province.

It seems to me that, far from bringing about a greater settlement, new recognitions and new loyalty, the current proposals on the emblems will bring about uncertainty and resentment. The Committee would be wise to accept Amendment No. 199.