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Privilege 2025-09-04

04 September 2025 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Simon Hoare Con North Dorset

Parliamentary Procedure

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At a glance

Simon Hoare raised concerns about privilege 2025-09-04 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised about reports concerning 'Miss A' and 'Mr U' being blocked from the House by the Charity Commission.
  • The debate highlighted the importance of parliamentary privilege and access to information for effective scrutiny and decision-making.
  • The Committee of Privileges was suggested as a body to which the actions of the Charity Commission could be referred.

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Simon Hoare Con North Dorset

Moves that the reports concerning 'Miss A' and 'Mr U' be laid before the House, and that actions by the Charity Commission to prevent this be referred to the Committee of Privileges. Emphasises the importance of parliamentary privilege and access to information for proper scrutiny and decision-making.

Other contributors (1)
  • Alex Burghart Con Brentwood and Ongar

    Supports Simon Hoare's motion, emphasising the absolute right of Parliament to gather relevant information without impediment from public bodies.

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