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Lord Lester of Herne Hill
asked Her Majesty's Government:Whether they consider that the principle of the separation of powers applies to the European Court of Human Rights and to the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe.
Baroness Chalker of Wallasey
Yes, in the sense that each is given its respective functions by the relevant agreements. In particular, the Government fully respect the independence of the Court. That does not, however, prevent governments expressing their views, including within the Committee of Ministers.