Context
The Liberal Democrat MP raised concerns about strained relationships between political entities and suggested a need for better representation, referencing her private Member's Bill aimed at ensuring the inclusion of devolved nation representatives.
Question
The thing about political constitutions is that they need to be underpinned by good relationships based on trust and respect. I do not think it would be an overstatement to say that some of those relationships have been a little strained of late. Will the Minister be proactive and support my private Member's Bill next month, which will ensure the representation of devolved nations on public bodies? That would be a small step toward improving things.
Answer from Alex Burghart
I am pleased to say that from where I sit I have seen some very good relations recently. We have been working in lockstep on the Procurement Bill with colleagues from Northern Ireland and Wales to devise a new procurement regime. I am obviously happy to consider her Bill.
Not addressed: The minister acknowledged recent positive relationships but did not commit explicitly to supporting the MP's private Member's Bill.
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