Monday 1st November 2021

(2 years, 6 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Benyon Portrait Lord Benyon (Con)
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I was explaining that the vessel that has been seized may be the subject of a judicial process, which I would not want to prejudice. It is in a port in France. There are other mechanisms for resolving trade disputes within the TCA, which I am sure the noble Lord is aware of.

Lord Dobbs Portrait Lord Dobbs (Con)
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My noble friend mentioned a judicial process. Since when did the French presidential election become a judicial process?

Lord Benyon Portrait Lord Benyon (Con)
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I am sure my noble friend will understand if I do not get involved in impending elections in any other country.