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House of Commons · General Debate

Finance (Money)

02 November 2021 · 2 other contributors

Opened by Ian Blackford SNP Ross, Skye and Lochaber

Parliamentary Procedure

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Ian Blackford raised concerns about finance (money) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Called for consideration of proxy voting for Members unable to attend due to illness
  • Highlighted the case of Amy Callaghan, a colleague recovering from an illness
  • Stressed that denying proxy votes disenfranchises both Members and their electors

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Ian Blackford SNP Ross, Skye and Lochaber

Called for consideration of proxy voting for Members who are unable to attend due to illness. Highlighted the case of Amy Callaghan, a colleague recovering from an illness, stressing that denying proxy votes disenfranchises both Members and their electors.

Other contributors (2)
  • Rosie Winterton Lab Rotherham

    Acknowledged Ian Blackford's point of order regarding Amy Callaghan's absence due to illness. Stated that proxy votes are not available under current rules but confirmed that the Procedure Committee is reviewing this issue.

  • Karen Bradley Con Staffordshire Moorlands

    Announced that the Procedure Committee is gathering evidence on proxy voting for Members who cannot attend due to illness and mentioned taking oral evidence from Amy Callaghan the previous day.

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