Transfer orders and abolition orders

Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.

I notice that a similar problem to that in clause 31(4) could arise with subsection (5) of this clause. If I may, I shall repeat the point about clause 31. If there is a problem, the House should deal with it in a responsible and balanced way. If the Minister felt that he wanted to amend the provision at a later stage, perhaps on Report, I would certainly be prepared on my party’s behalf to listen to him with care.

I will be happy to respond to that point later in the course of proceedings on the Bill.

Question put and agreed to.

Clause 32 ordered to stand part of the Bill.

Clauses 33 to 35 ordered to stand part of the Bill.

Schedule 4 agreed to.

Clause 36 ordered to stand part of the Bill.