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Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Bill [HL]

First, I am delighted that the Minister says that the Government will look into the unexpected consequences. We all know that the unexpected consequences of legislation are often extremely powerful; indeed, they are sometimes as powerful as the intended consequences. That is an extremely important element of the review, which, as I say, I welcome as a whole. The NAO seemed to get a good press from the Minister. It was good practice to appoint the NAO. On the other hand, she was not willing to be definite and seemed to be steering in another direction. For the time being, however, I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment, by leave, withdrawn. [Amendments Nos. 166 and 167 not moved.] Clause 63 agreed to. Clause 64 [Suspension]:
Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
698 c593-4GC 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
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