I am grateful for the old hon. Gentleman's time and patience in giving way.
Is not a further problem that, in a time of crisis, quick action might be required, and a referendum lock could mean that the problem got a lot worse before action could be taken?
European Union Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Stephen Gilbert
(Liberal Democrat)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 25 January 2011.
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Committee of the Whole House (HC) on European Union Bill.
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