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Modernisation Committee
09 September 2024
Lead MP
Jeremy Corbyn
Debate Type
General Debate
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Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Jeremy Corbyn raised concerns about modernisation committee in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The right hon. Member for Islington North questioned the Leader of the House about the composition of the Modernisation Committee, suggesting that it should include representatives from all groupings in Parliament, including those elected independently. He emphasised that this would bring valuable perspectives to modernise voting methods and parliamentary hours.
Lucy Powell
Lab Co-op
Manchester Central
The right hon. Member for Manchester Central acknowledged the need for engagement with smaller parties and assured that while formal membership on the Committee would be challenging due to representation numbers, smaller parties will be regularly invited to contribute their views. She also mentioned that for Committees focused on devolved nations, there is traditional inclusion of all elected parties.
Jeremy Corbyn
Ind
Islington North
In his intervention, the right hon. Member reiterated his view that full membership of smaller parties would be more inclusive and beneficial than relying solely on invitations to contribute evidence.
Jim Shannon
DUP
Strangford
The right hon. Member for Strangford raised a specific concern regarding representation for the DUP, given its significant interest in Northern Ireland affairs and current numerical changes within Parliament.
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