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Edward Leigh is the Member of Parliament for the Gainsborough constituency. He was first elected to the House of Commons in 1983. read moreAbout Gainsborough
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In the House
Here you can find Edward Leigh's most recent statements made from the floor of the House of Commons.
On 21 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“We are on the edge of a profound social change. What a pity there was nothing in the manifesto. What a pity we did not have a Committee stage on the Floor of the House. What a pity we had only...” read more
“We are on the edge of a profound social change. What a pity there was nothing in the manifesto. What a pity we did not have a Committee stage on the Floor of the House. What a pity we had only...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“My right hon. Friend is making a thoughtful and interesting speech. The right hon. Member for Tottenham (Mr Lammy) seemed to imply that teachers should not be allowed to express a separate point...” read more
“My right hon. Friend is making a thoughtful and interesting speech. The right hon. Member for Tottenham (Mr Lammy) seemed to imply that teachers should not be allowed to express a separate point...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“Absolutely. My hon. Friend, who speaks from the Liberal Democrat Benches, makes the point in a calm and measured way, far better than I could.” read more
“Absolutely. My hon. Friend, who speaks from the Liberal Democrat Benches, makes the point in a calm and measured way, far better than I could.” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“Some people hold these beliefs passionately, and they should have a right to speak out and not lose their job as a result.” read more
“Some people hold these beliefs passionately, and they should have a right to speak out and not lose their job as a result.” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“My hon. Friend makes an obvious point, and of course we have moved on from the 1950s and 1960s. People have to feel comfortable with their own sexuality, but surely they should also feel...” read more
“My hon. Friend makes an obvious point, and of course we have moved on from the 1950s and 1960s. People have to feel comfortable with their own sexuality, but surely they should also feel...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“I take that as a serious intervention, but I do not think I am myopic. There is a real sense of alienation in this country among people with traditional views. They are decent people and I...” read more
“I take that as a serious intervention, but I do not think I am myopic. There is a real sense of alienation in this country among people with traditional views. They are decent people and I...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“I am afraid that my hon. Friend is deliberately trying to take me down a track completely what I am arguing about. I am not arguing in favour of creationism or against it; I am simply making the...” read more
“I am afraid that my hon. Friend is deliberately trying to take me down a track completely what I am arguing about. I am not arguing in favour of creationism or against it; I am simply making the...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“No, no; the right hon. Gentleman is making a silly point. He is just trying to play games with something that is very important. The hatred that is sometimes poured on those of us who simply...” read more
“No, no; the right hon. Gentleman is making a silly point. He is just trying to play games with something that is very important. The hatred that is sometimes poured on those of us who simply...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“Let me finish. I have at least got to answer the question. If that formed the basis of my deepest religious beliefs, I personally think it would be wrong if I was victimised in my workplace for...” read more
“Let me finish. I have at least got to answer the question. If that formed the basis of my deepest religious beliefs, I personally think it would be wrong if I was victimised in my workplace for...” read more
On 20 May 2013, Mr. Edward Leigh said:
“Why should the Education Secretary tell me what to do about my own conscience? I do not see the point.” read more
“Why should the Education Secretary tell me what to do about my own conscience? I do not see the point.” read more
You can read more of Edward Leigh's comments in the House here.