I was not criticising the decision that the Minister has taken to consult on this issue. I merely inquire, in a spirit of curiosity, whether she as the Minister or the Secretary of State have the power—to use at some point—to set aside any requirement for consultation and just to act? Theoretically, is that power there?
Environment Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Simon Hoare
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 20 October 2021.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Environment Bill.
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