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People, composure and the difficult conversation held well.
Hilary Benn is a seasoned politician known for his ability to navigate complex political landscapes and foster collaboration across party lines. This interview highlights his commitment to addressing the concerns of citizens while advocating for responsible governance and moral obligations in political decision-making.
“That was, of course, an awful feature of what we saw. One of the things I learned in my discussions was that those from the far right had taken a list of houses in multiple occupation in Belfast—a list that, in the interests of openness, was properly available on the Belfast city council website; the council has now taken it down—and used…”
“In respect of the EU emissions trading system, yes, we are applying a carbon charge to boat movements between Great Britain and Northern Ireland—the same charge that is being applied between Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland.”
“My hon. Friend makes an important point about this piece of legislation. As we know, the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 did not command support across all communities in Northern Ireland. How can we hope to proceed if that is the case?”
“We will come to debate that amendment, along with all the other amendments that hon. and right hon. Members have tabled, when we get to the Committee stage.”
Political Thinking with Nick Robinson — The Hilary Benn One
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