My Lords, we have heard from noble Lords who have spoken so far that they believe that it is perfectly lawful for what is proposed in the amendment to take place. On the other hand, we have heard that people would like to see the legal advice. I have not heard any objection to the activities that take place, which in general are supportive of the community life of all religious groups and, indeed, of those of no religious faith. If there is a shred of doubt in the law that these proceedings should be able to go ahead, given that there is support in principle even from those who have spoken from a different standpoint from mine, it would be highly sensible to make that clear beyond doubt in this statute. I hope, therefore, that the wording will remain in the Bill.
Local Government (Religious etc. Observances) Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Lord True
(Conservative)
in the House of Lords on Friday, 13 March 2015.
It occurred during Committee of the Whole House (HL)
and
Debate on bills on Local Government (Religious etc. Observances) Bill.
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