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House of Commons · General Debate

Points of Order

21 April 2026 · 6 other contributors

Opened by Julian Lewis Con New Forest East

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At a glance

Julian Lewis raised concerns about points of order in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised about the term "inadvertently misleading the House" following a misunderstanding regarding the Prime Minister's statements on Peter Mandelson's vetting process.
  • The debate centered on a Points of Order session in the UK Parliament.
  • No specific asks of the government or commitments were made 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

Julian Lewis Con New Forest East

Asked for guidance on the term 'inadvertently misleading the House' after a misunderstanding occurred about whether the Prime Minister misled Parliament with his statements about Peter Mandelson’s vetting process.

Other contributors (6)
  • Julian Lewis Con New Forest East

    Asked for clarification on whether giving wrong information in good faith is considered inadvertently misleading the House of Commons.

  • Caroline Nokes Con Romsey and Southampton North

    Responded that ministers are responsible for the accuracy of their remarks at the Dispatch Box and suggested consulting the Clerk of the Journals for further advice.

  • Jim Shannon DUP Strangford

    Asked how Opposition Members can ensure that the Chancellor corrects the record regarding the £150 reduction in energy bills, which he believes does not apply to Northern Ireland.

  • Caroline Nokes Con Romsey and Southampton North

    Noted that representatives of the Treasury Bench are present and suggested that they would hear Jim Shannon's point of order. Advised against continuing the debate via the Chair.

  • Carla Lockhart

    Believed it was important to set the record straight regarding the Chancellor’s statement about £150 off energy bills for Northern Ireland households, which she said is factually incorrect and misleading. Asked how she can progress this matter.

  • Caroline Nokes Con Romsey and Southampton North

    Noted that Carla Lockhart had put the matter firmly on the record. Advised consulting the Treasury Bench for further actions.

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