Children and Families Bill

Ian Mearns Excerpts
Monday 10th February 2014

(10 years, 3 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jane Ellison Portrait Jane Ellison
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I am going to give way to someone I have not given way to yet.

Ian Mearns Portrait Ian Mearns (Gateshead) (Lab)
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As with legislation on the use of seatbelts and mobile phones in cars, we will want everyone to abide, but if the vast majority of people abide, it will have a positive impact on the health of children who would otherwise be affected by passive smoking.

Jane Ellison Portrait Jane Ellison
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The hon. Gentleman anticipates the debate to come, during which the Government will listen carefully to the range of views expressed by Members on both sides of the House.