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Michael Tomlinson: May I express exactly the same sentiments as you, Mr Speaker? I know that the hon.

Michael Tomlinson: I will give way to the hon.

Michael Tomlinson: No, not at all; the hon. Lady is wrong, I am afraid.

Michael Tomlinson: I am sorry to say that the hon.

Michael Tomlinson: I am sorry that the hon. Gentleman was not in the Chamber for the exchange when my hon.

Michael Tomlinson: I will give way but I am conscious that a number people want to speak, so I will then make some progress.

Michael Tomlinson: Mr Speaker, you were absolutely right to encourage me to take that intervention, and I am grateful to my hon.

Michael Tomlinson: I am keeping a very careful eye on timings and on your indication, Mr Speaker.

Michael Tomlinson: Thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker.

Michael Tomlinson: Hear, hear.