Election Publications Bill [Lords] — 4 Apr 2001

Order for Second Reading read.

I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time.

This short, one-purpose Bill has been introduced following representations by all three main political parties. The issue arose from discussions between the Conservative party and the Electoral Commission, which established that the Conservatives were concerned about the new legislation. The Conservative party discussed the issue with the Labour party and the Liberal Democrats, and all three then made representations. The Bill is in response to their concerns.

None of us would disagree with the intention behind these clauses."--[ Official Report, House of Lords , 18 October 2000; Vol. 617, c. 1144.]

It being Eleven o'clock, Mr. Deputy Speaker put the Question already proposed from the Chair, pursuant to Order [this day].

Question put, That the Bill be now read a Second time:--

The House divided: Ayes 327, Noes 4.

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