House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill
Debate between Lord Roberts of Belgravia and Baroness Smith of Basildon
Report stage
Wednesday 2nd July 2025
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Wednesday 2nd July 2025
(7 months, 2 weeks ago)
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Baroness Smith of Basildon (Lab)
I would say no, because the danger is that the issues get wider and wider, and no decision is taken. Looking at these things in bite-size chunks in order to reach a conclusion and make recommendations is helpful to the House. I am not opposed to looking at other issues as well, but if this committee focuses on two specific issues, we can, I hope, make progress. I hope we can make progress quite quickly, too, because I think that is what the House is really looking for.
Lord Roberts of Belgravia (Con)
I welcome the assurances given by the Minister and will not seek to test the opinion of the House. I beg leave to withdraw the amendment.