Following the Government statement on countering extremism and building greater national resilience and social cohesion, James Sunderland says politicians have a responsibility to dial down the rhetoric, not exploit divisions for political gain, and work together to achieve that.
James Sunderland (Bracknell) (Con)
I welcome the clear statement today. It is right that we openly debate and tackle extremism in this place. At this time of tension and sensitivity, does the Secretary of State agree that politicians have a responsibility to dial down the rhetoric, that divisions must not be exploited for political gain, and that we all must work together across the House to achieve that?
The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (Michael Gove)
I could not agree more with my hon. Friend. His distinguished career of public service even before he entered this House shows a commitment to working across divides to strengthen our democracy.
