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Is it not an unerring truth in this House that anyone who speaks the truth gets barracked by Scottish National party Members?

rose—

Is it not an unerring truth in this House that anyone who speaks the truth gets barracked by Scottish National party Members?

My hon. Friend makes an important point, one that was highlighted by my hon. Friend the Member for Hendon (Dr Offord)—

But because this legislation is so important and because of the passions aroused, I am happy to give way to my hon. Friend.

For the hon. Gentleman, yes.

I am keen to allow my hon. Friend, who has shown remarkable patience, the chance to intervene.

Sorry?

My hon. Friend is absolutely right: we adhere to the principles behind the maximum sustainable yield.