Extract from second reading (Lords) of the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Bill (private bill) - June 29
Saturday, 30 June 2018 09:08
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Lord Harris of Haringey (Lab):...This is a timely and important
Bill. With, perhaps, one exception, it has had general support
around the House. It is not another example of grade inflation in
court sentences; it recognises that a gap in the law exists. That
is what we want to see addressed. I recently looked at some
citations of those who have been nominated for the police bravery
awards which will be given out in a couple of weeks’ time. I will
pick out two of them at random, because they...Request free trial
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