Leaving the EU: Scotland and Wales Continuity Bills Debate

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Department: Attorney General

Leaving the EU: Scotland and Wales Continuity Bills

Bill Grant Excerpts
Wednesday 18th April 2018

(6 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeremy Wright Portrait The Attorney General
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I can agree entirely with the hon. Lady that an end to political posturing would be most welcome, but I suggest to her that although she is absolutely right that an agreement is desirable, all agreements require more than one side to consent to them, and we must all do our bit to make sure that agreement is reached.

Bill Grant Portrait Bill Grant (Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock) (Con)
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Will my right hon. and learned Friend assure me that this legal challenge does not alter in any way the UK Government’s intention and sincere desire to resolve the genuine issues with clause 11 of the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill?