Hong Kong Protests Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Hong Kong Protests

Lord Campbell-Savours Excerpts
Tuesday 1st October 2019

(4 years, 7 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Earl Howe Portrait Earl Howe
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The noble Lord makes an extremely good point. We have been clear all along that we condemn utterly any violence at all. It is essential that any protests that occur are conducted peacefully and within the law, and that the response of the authorities is proportionate.

Lord Campbell-Savours Portrait Lord Campbell-Savours (Lab)
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Does the Minister not accept that any foreign interference will only make matters worse?

Earl Howe Portrait Earl Howe
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There is a distinct risk of that, yes, my Lords.