I take the hon. Gentleman’s point, and I agree that there was nothing malign in the intent.

My hon. Friend is absolutely right.

Perhaps we should, and perhaps I will encourage my hon. Friend to join me in doing so.

Again, my hon. Friend is absolutely right.

It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Henry.

That is right. We could probably have a debate on judicial recruitment and retention.

It is a pleasure to see you in the Chair, Sir Henry. I very much welcome my hon.

May I, and all residents of Bromley and Chislehurst, welcome and endorse the comments of my right hon.

I refer to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. Does my hon.

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