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Business of the House (Today)

08 December 2021 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Jacob Rees-Mogg Con Selonaby

Parliamentary Procedure

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

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At a glance

Jacob Rees-Mogg raised concerns about business of the house (today) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves an amendment to extend the Opposition day debate to three hours
  • Includes provision for time in lieu for any Government statement during the debate
  • No specific asks of government or commitments made are recorded

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Jacob Rees-Mogg Con Selonaby

Moves an amendment to allow the Opposition day debate to continue for three hours, with time in lieu for any Government statement made during that period.

Other contributors (1)
  • Lindsay Hoyle Lab Chorley

    The Speaker of the House accepts the need for the motion without notice to facilitate an important statement.

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