Commons statement on rights and responsibilities
24 March 2009 (updated on 22 April 2010)
Justice Secretary, Jack Straw, announces consultation on a Bill of rights and responsibilities.
- Commons Hansard: Rights and responsibilities
- Video and Audio: Rights and responsibilities
- About Parliament: Ministerial statements
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