Mercher, 23 Chwefror 2005
Motion made, and Question proposed, That the sitting be now adjourned.—[Mr. Ainger.]
I first thank Mr. Speaker for giving me such an early date for this debate on the safety of gardening equipment and consumer protection. [Interruption.]
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