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Terrorist Asset-Freezing etc. Bill [HL]

I am happy to confirm for my noble friend that the language in respect of both issues is in fact standard language in other legislation. On the question of ““connivance””, the term is standard—it is used in Section 14 of the Bribery Act 2010, for example—so the Government believe that the clause should remain as drafted. If the Committee would like more explanation, I am happy to give it, but I can give an assurance that it is standard language. Similarly, on Amendment 81, I should make the important point that again the language as it stands in the Bill is standard and follows the drafting in other pieces of legislation. Noble Lords may be familiar with Section 37 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and Section 186 of the Licensing Act 2003. Again, while I would be happy to go through the reasoning behind the substantive clause as it stands, I hope my noble friend will be content with the reassurance that these are standard provisions, and that she will withdraw her amendment.
Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
721 c211 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
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