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House of Commons · General Debate

Prorogation

24 May 2024 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Lindsay Hoyle Speaker Chorley

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

At a glance

Lindsay Hoyle raised concerns about prorogation in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised during the debate on prorogation
  • Specific asks of the government were not recorded
  • No commitments were made by the government

How the debate unfolded

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

Other contributors (1)
  • Lindsay Hoyle Speaker Chorley

    The Speaker announced the proroguing of Parliament by virtue of a Commission issued by King Charles III, ending the Fifth Session of the Fifty-Eighth Parliament and setting the date for the prorogation to Friday 31 May.

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