I am grateful for the old hon. Gentleman's time and patience in giving way.
Is not a further problem that, in a time of crisis, quick action might be required, and a referendum lock could mean that the problem got a lot worse before action could be taken?
European Union Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Stephen Gilbert
(Liberal Democrat)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 25 January 2011.
It occurred during Debate on bills
and
Committee of the Whole House (HC) on European Union Bill.
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