With respect to him, the Minister is quite right: the application of ex turpi is very uncertain. There is a great deal of authority, and it is difficult to predict in particular cases whether they are going to rely on it. However, if there is going to be a statutory scheme then I return to my point: it needs to be a lot clearer so judges know how they are supposed to apply it.
National Security Bill
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Lord Faulks
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in the House of Lords on Wednesday, 18 January 2023.
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and
Debate on bills on National Security Bill.
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