No one should be able to escape justice by not turning up when they're supposed to.
We are not seeking a confrontation with the judiciary. They would have no difficulty with any legislation we might pass.
The line has got to be drawn in relation to things that might cause acts of terrorism; it's not necessarily a proven link - if the risk is high enough.
We've got to get the right balance.
The government is satisfied that it is lawful for the Prince of Wales and Mrs. Parker Bowles, like anyone else, to marry by a civil ceremony in accordance with Part III of the Marriage Act 1949.
What I am talking about is a bill which says this is the correct interpretation of the Human Rights Act.
I remain confident that the prince and Mrs. Parker Bowles can marry in a civil ceremony. We have considered every aspect of this and taken all the appropriate advice.
All law operates on the basis that if the facts change, then the law changes -- and the law is going to change.
A free society has got to properly defend itself against terrorism.
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