The issue for the Government at all times is the impact of that proscription in the first place, which is why we are keeping it under review. I cannot comment on the details of proscription, but I say to the noble Lord, who I know has great experience in this area, that sanctions, financial freezing…
My Lords, in a House packed to the gunwales with legal, medical and moral experts, it feels almost impertinent to intervene. However, along with many noble Lords, I have experienced unprecedented lobbying on this Bill. It is only respectful to those who have contacted me to say a few words in one of…
My Lords, the speakers’ list appears to be almost as fictional as the agreement that we are discussing, so your Lordships will forgive me for jumping up earlier.
The international court’s advisory opinion is clearly based on its conclusion that the sovereignty of Mauritius and the Chagos Islands is…