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House of Commons · General Debate

Personal Statement

23 January 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Andrew Bridgen Party Constituency

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

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At a glance

Andrew Bridgen raised concerns about personal statement in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Andrew Bridgen apologised to the House for breaching paragraphs 12 and 14 of the code of conduct on paid advocacy and registration and declaration of interest.
  • He also accepted that a letter he wrote during his case was inappropriate.
  • No specific asks of the government were 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

Andrew Bridgen Party Constituency

Andrew Bridgen apologised to the House for breaching paragraphs 12 and 14 of the code of conduct on paid advocacy and registration and declaration of interest. He also accepted that a letter he wrote during his case was inappropriate.

Other contributors (1)
  • Rosie Winterton

    Rosie Winterton thanked the hon. Gentleman for his personal statement.

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