My view is that the war in Iraq is unjust, illegal and immoral. I could not hide from my conscience without saying so. The Government's motion today underpins this view in more diplomatic and pragmatic language. I praise the Government for tabling an exceptionally well crafted motion. Its role in this case is to bridge the gap between idealism and pragmatism. People are trying to keep their ear exceptionally close to the ground as to the views and interests of others. It was because of the motion that it was possible yesterday to, at least, envision some degree of unity in the debate in order that we could present a relatively united front, not just to the situation as it stood but as it unfolded.