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03/06/2013

A busy political day as MPs and peers return to Westminster, the Commons reflects on the Woolwich murder of Lee Rigby, and the Lords debates gay marriage. Sean Curran reports.

Sean Curran covers a busy day at Westminster, as David Cameron promises to launch a task force to tackle radicalisation in the UK following the fatal stabbing of Drummer Lee Rigby in Woolwich. The Prime Minister set out his plans to "learn the lessons" from the horrific killing.
On Syria, David Cameron has told MPs no decision has yet been taken on whether the UK will send arms to opposition forces in the war-torn country.
Also on the programme:
* Kristiina Cooper covers the first day of debate in the Lords on the controversial Bill that brings in same-sex marriage ceremonies.
* Simon Jones reports on MPs claims about a lack of affordable housing across Britain.
* Peter Mulligan covers peers exchanges on changes to legal aid.

30 minutes

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Mon 3 Jun 2013 23:30

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  • Mon 3 Jun 2013 23:30

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