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Deputy Speaker’s Statement

19 December 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Eleanor Laing Con Twickenham

Parliamentary Procedure

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

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At a glance

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

Key points

  • Eleanor Laing expressed concern over a ministerial policy announcement made on television during parliamentary session.
  • Laing cited specific provisions from the ministerial code highlighting the importance of parliamentary announcements.
  • Laing criticised the timing and manner of the Secretary of State's televised press conference.

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Eleanor Laing Con Twickenham

Eleanor Laing expressed serious concern about the Minister for Housing, Planning and Building Safety making a significant policy announcement on television while Parliament was in session. She cited specific provisions from the ministerial code that emphasise the importance of parliamentary announcements and criticised the timing and manner of the Secretary of State's televised press conference.

Other contributors (1)
  • John Spellar Lab Warley

    John Spellar raised a point of order, questioning whether the Secretary of State's actions showed contempt for Members of Parliament, this House, and constituents by making an important statement to journalists rather than to Parliament.

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