House of Commons · Ministerial Statement
05 September 2022 · 5 other contributors
Opened by Mark Spencer Con South Northam
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Mark Spencer raised concerns about business statement in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Government Statement
With permission, Mr Speaker, the Minister informed that due to changes following a leadership election in the Conservative Party, the Government has agreed with business managers not to move the Second Reading and other motions related to the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill today. The decision is to allow Ministers time to further consider the legislation. This aligns with previously announced plans for the week's parliamentary schedule as mentioned on 21 July.
Question
The MP questioned why an important and uncontentious Bill has been pulled, inquired about whether it will be dropped completely, and suggested that parliamentary time could have instead been used for legislation addressing the energy price cap issue.
Minister reply
The Minister responded by acknowledging the hon. Lady's points and indicated that there would be ample opportunity to debate such matters later. He highlighted a significant £37 billion investment announced earlier in the year to support people with the cost of living, suggesting that once a new Prime Minister is established, their plan will come forward rapidly.
Question
The MP questioned why the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards appointment could not be discussed today and why the new code of conduct cannot be implemented.
Minister reply
The Minister indicated that these matters will come to the Dispatch Box in the near future.
Question
The MP raised concerns about the infected blood compensation payments, noting a £100,000 award was announced for some but not all affected individuals, and asked when the Government will arrange for a statement to discuss this issue.
Minister reply
The Minister stated that there would be an opportunity during Thursday's business questions to discuss future parliamentary business.
Question
The MP expressed concern from constituents about the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill, asking when the House will have the chance to debate it.
Minister reply
The Minister assured that there would be ample opportunity in the future to debate the Bill once business is announced on Thursday morning.
Shadow Comment
Thangam DebbonaireThe shadow expressed concern about the decision to pull an important Bill that was intended to unlock growth and business opportunities, questioning whether there is opposition from within. She inquired specifically why this uncontentious Bill has been pulled and when it will be rescheduled or dropped entirely, suggesting that parliamentary time could have instead been used for legislation addressing the energy price cap issue.