Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill (Second sitting)

Baroness Prentis of Banbury Excerpts

Wednesday 7th February 2018 Public Bill Committees

[Andrew Griffiths]

I do indeed, Mr Gray; thank you for your sage advice.

[Victoria Prentis (Banbury) (Con)]

As always.

[Andrew Griffiths]

“Elders and betters” is the phrase that springs to mind.

Clearly, at that stage hon. Members will be able not only to question me, as the Minister at the Dispatch Box, about the content of that consultation, but if they so wish, to table their own amendments and make their case to the House. I think that is the most equitable way for us to proceed and it shows an understanding of the real and positive intentions behind the amendments tabled today. I am just getting some divine inspiration; I need to clarify something I said. The consultation will actually be launched on Third Reading in May, so the Government’s report will be published before the Bill completes its passage through the House. I hope that is clear, and that I have clarified my position.