Policing of Marches and Demonstrations Debate

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Department: Home Office

Policing of Marches and Demonstrations

Lord Cormack Excerpts
Monday 13th November 2023

(5 months, 4 weeks ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Sharpe of Epsom Portrait Lord Sharpe of Epsom (Con)
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I cannot answer that question, but I certainly hope the police are investigating.

Lord Cormack Portrait Lord Cormack (Con)
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My Lords, I revert to the point made by the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of St Albans. It would be a marvellous beginning for the new Home Secretary if he were to call in leaders of the Jewish community—who have the admiration and respect of us all—together with those responsible Palestinians who have a legitimate cause for concern at the destruction and deaths in Gaza. If he were to do that, using moderate language—which I am sure he would—it would help to ease tension and to bring together people who have a common cause.

Lord Sharpe of Epsom Portrait Lord Sharpe of Epsom (Con)
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I am happy to reflect my noble friend’s opinion to the new Home Secretary when I speak to him.