Our language sets us apart from every other nation and is our one unique characteristic. We need to protect and foster it at all times and that is one of the reasons why I was disappointed at the inclusion of this part of the Bill. When dealing with a miscellaneous provisions Bill, which is so broad, it is inevitable there will be one or two sections that do not secure the unanimous backing of the House. The Minister must realise that proposing this would cause a division in the House. Perhaps I am underestimating the situation.

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