The Government today detailed how it will compensate those affected by the changes in the 10p tax rate. Jim listened to the statement in the House of Commons and has welcomed the decision by Alistair Darling. Jim had previously asked for polcy changes to reimburse those affected.

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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill which will shortly be debated in the Commons. Many of the proposals are good and I will support them. However I will not support the plans for human/animal hybrids. The Prime Minister has rightly said that this is a Free Vote of conscience which I will exercise. Many disagree with me passionately about this and they are genuine in their views, as I am in mine. I simply have a strong belief on this.

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