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Human Tissue Act 2004 (Amendment etc) (Northern Ireland) Order 2023 - Government amendments 3 to 5 and new clause 1, 2
22 February 2023
Lead MP
Rosie Winterton
Debate Type
Bill Debate
Tags
Northern Ireland
Other Contributors: 6
At a Glance
Rosie Winterton raised concerns about human tissue act 2004 (amendment etc) (northern ireland) order 2023 - government amendments 3 to 5 and new clause 1, 2 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The amendment aims to bring into operation during the current post-election period the Organ and Tissue Donation (Deemed Consent) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 by temporarily allowing Parliament to approve relevant regulations made by the Department of Health in Northern Ireland. This is necessary due to the ongoing political stalemate in Northern Ireland which prevents the passage of such regulations through the local Assembly.
Supports the amendments as they allow for the necessary regulations to be made in Northern Ireland without the need for a functioning Assembly. Emphasises that this is an exceptional intervention due to the critical nature of organ donation laws.
Tonia Antoniazzi
Lab
Gower
Offers cautious support to the Bill, highlighting its necessity given the political deadlock in Northern Ireland. Acknowledges the importance and urgency of Dáithí’s law for organ donation.
Simon Hoare
Con
North Dorset
Supports the amendment but stresses the need for a public information campaign to raise awareness about changes in organ donation laws and encourages family discussions on personal wishes regarding organ donation.
Carla Lockhart
DUP
Upper Bann
Commends the Secretary of State for tabling these amendments, noting that they are an exceptional but necessary step to protect and save lives. Encourages public awareness campaigns and family discussions about organ donation wishes.
Mr. Chris Heaton-Harris moves to read the Third time of the Bill, thanking his officials and others for their help with the legislation.
Nigel Evans
Con
Chorley
Mr. Nigel Evans congratulates everyone involved in the debate, particularly those in the Public Gallery who have played a significant role in supporting the organ donation initiative.
Shadow Response
Tonia Antoniazzi
Shadow Response
Offers cautious support to the Bill, acknowledging its necessity due to political stalemate and importance of Dáithí’s law.
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