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House of Commons · General Debate

Speaker’s Statement

08 July 2026 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Lindsay Hoyle Speaker Chorley

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Lindsay Hoyle raised concerns about speaker’s statement in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Speaker's Statement was debated on 2026-07-08
  • Concerns were raised during the debate
  • No specific asks of the government were recorded

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

Other contributors (1)
  • Lindsay Hoyle Lab Chorley

    Before we come to Northern Ireland Questions, I should remind the House that the case involving Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is sub judice until sentencing. However, I am granting a limited waiver so that Members may discuss wider issues raised in the context of the case. Members should not speculate about sentencing issues.

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