Took a chance and went to the House of Commons in an attempt to lobby Mr Hoon. Unfortunately, he is out of the country at the moment so was unable to see me. (When's he coming back to make the announcement then??)
"Never mind" I said, "I'll speak to his junior minister Mr Ingram if he's available please." I waited for three and a half hours before having to leave for other matters. No word from Mr Ingram (but I did have time to read the whole of the Lords Select Committee Report - again).
I did, however, see and speak to Mr Mark Oaten, MP for Winchester to thank him for his support. I told him the EDM total was 145 (it's now 146 - thank you Mr Wood), and Mr Oaten commented that this was an outstanding total - So well done to everyone for making it possible.
I accept it was a hit and miss opportunity, but I don't think it was a wasted day as it gave the campaign the opportunity to thank a minister who has made the effort.
Ho Hum .......... back to the e-mail and letters!
Regards as always,
Brian
"Justice has no expiry date" - John Cook
Last edited by Brian Dixon; 16th Jul 2002 at 20:11.