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Election of Select Committee Chairs (Notice of Election)

27 March 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Nigel Evans Con Crewe and Nantwich

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At a glance

Nigel Evans raised concerns about election of select committee chairs (notice of election) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Announced arrangements for the election of the Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee
  • Nominations will close at 5 pm on Monday, 24 April
  • Only Members of the Scottish National party may be candidates

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Nigel Evans Con Crewe and Nantwich

Announced the arrangements for the election of the Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee. Nominations will close at 5 pm on Monday, 24 April. Only Members of the Scottish National party may be candidates, with nominations accompanied by physical signatures of five Members from their party and up to five from other parties or none.

Other contributors (1)
  • Nigel Evans Con Crewe and Nantwich

    Announced the arrangements for the election of the Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee. Nominations will close at 5 pm on Monday, 24 April. Only Members of the Scottish National party may be candidates, with nominations accompanied by physical signatures of five Members from their party and up to five from other parties or none.

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