I am grateful to the hon. Gentleman for the way in which he has made his intervention, but I would still underline the stability of the existing system and the certainty it provides. The title of the St David’s day agreement was “Powers for a purpose” and I am still seeking to understand what additional purpose would be provided to anyone living or working Wales should there be a separate jurisdiction.
Wales Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Alun Cairns
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 12 September 2016.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Wales Bill.
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