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Duties of Customs

Proceeding contribution from Anneliese Dodds (Labour) in the House of Commons on Monday, 20 November 2017. It occurred during Debate on bills on Duties of Customs.

I am a new Member and I do not know how appropriate it is to talk about which amendments have been allowed and which have not. Ultimately, we are seeking a more democratic process, but we cannot vote on that, which is unfortunate. My hon. Friend will know, as will other Opposition Members, that, as I stated before, the Labour Front-Bench position is to leave all options on the table. That is the best thing for Britain to do. It is very unfortunate that the Government have failed to do that, because it is enormously damaging to our negotiating position. I very much regret that the Government still could, irresponsibly and recklessly, lead us towards a no-deal scenario. In that case, these amendments—sadly—would worsen our situation. I know that that is not his intention—quite the opposite—but as stated that is technically what they would lead to.

9.3 pm

About this proceeding contribution

Reference

631 c820 

Session

2017-19

Chamber / Committee

House of Commons chamber
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