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House of Commons · General Debate

Speaker’s Committee for the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority

12 January 2022 · 2 other contributors

Opened by Jacob Rees-Mogg Con North East Somerset

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At a glance

Jacob Rees-Mogg raised concerns about speaker’s committee for the independent parliamentary standards authority in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves to appoint Ms Theresa Middleton CBE were discussed.
  • Ms Middleton has extensive experience in financial and programme management.
  • The recruitment board believes her experience would be an asset to SCIPSA.

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 North East Somerset

Moves to appoint Ms Theresa Middleton CBE, who has extensive financial and programme management experience, particularly of large and complex transformation projects. The recruitment board felt that her experience would make her an asset to SCIPSA.

Other contributors (2)
  • Thangam Debbonaire Lab West Bristol

    Supports the motion, thanking those involved in the recruitment process for their time and effort. Expresses gratitude to former colleagues and looks forward to working with Ms Middleton.

  • Richard Thomson SNP Dumfries and Galloway

    Echoes support for the motion, thanking those involved in the recruitment process. Stresses the importance of drawing from a broad range of talent for public appointments.

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