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Deputy Speaker’s Statement

15 November 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Rosie Winterton Lab Sheffield Central

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

At a glance

Rosie Winterton raised concerns about deputy speaker’s statement in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised about the single nomination for the position of Chair of the Backbench Business Committee
  • Ian Mearns was congratulated on his re-election to the position
  • No specific asks of the government were recorded during the debate

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Rosie Winterton Lab Sheffield Central

Announced that there was only one nomination for the position of Chair of the Backbench Business Committee, and congratulated Ian Mearns on his re-election.

Other contributors (1)
  • Rosie Winterton Lab Sheffield Central

    Noted that nominations closed at 1 pm and only one nomination was received for the position of Chair of the Backbench Business Committee, leading to no ballot being necessary.

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