Tory MP praises Lembit Opik (sort of)
The last of the newly-elected Welsh Tory MPs has made his maiden speech in the Commons.
Glyn Davies made his debut shortly before 10 o'clock last night in a debate on the role of backbenchers.
His speech followed the convention of saying nice things about his constituency and his predecessor.
The latter must have been a challenge as relations between Lembit Opik and Glyn Davies have not been that cordial of late.
This is what Mr Davies told MPs: "My immediate predecessor was Lembit Γ–pik, and I want to pay tribute to him. He was a man of great talent in many, many areas of activity-and I must say that in some areas he achieved a level of excellence that I am sure I will not be able to match. He served his constituents very well, however, and I wish him well in his new chosen careers."
Warm words, perhaps - carefully chosen, certainly. Mr Davies's most recent , accuses his predecessor of trying to undermine him through "sly" and "devious" behaviour.
Hello. I'm David Cornock and I'm parliamentary correspondent for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Wales. This is the blog for the latest news and gossip from the Westminster village - with a Welsh accent.
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