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European Union Bill presented for First Reading in the House of Lords

The European Union Bill has passed its Commons stage, and is presented by Lord Howell to House of Lords for First Reading.

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Following the completion of the passage of the 바카라 사이트바카라 사이트s European Union Bill through the House of Commons, Foreign Office Minister Lord Howell of Guildford will today present the EU Bill to the House of Lords for First Reading.

Minister for Europe David Lidington said:

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Minister of State Lord Howell of Guildford said:

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Published 9 March 2011