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No formal bill name, but related to the process of setting precedence for Private Members’ Bills on Friday 20 October 2023 - Manuscript amendment deleting paragraphs (2) and (3) of the motion proposed by Penny Mordaunt

18 September 2023

Lead MP

Christopher Chope

Debate Type

Bill Debate

Tags

Migrants & BordersTaxation
Other Contributors: 2

At a Glance

Christopher Chope raised concerns about no formal bill name, but related to the process of setting precedence for private members’ bills on friday 20 october 2023 - manuscript amendment deleting paragraphs (2) and (3) of the motion proposed by penny mordaunt in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key Requests to Government:

Amendment agreed to.

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
Proposes to delete paragraphs (2) and (3) of the original motion. Argues that this amendment would ensure established practice and precedent continue, preventing a novel process from being introduced for private Members’ Bills on Friday 20 October. He supports maintaining the long-standing rule of practice that prevents moving a Bill set down for a specific day to an earlier date without proper precedence.

Government Response

Migrants & BordersTaxation
Government Response
Agrees to accept Christopher Chope's manuscript amendment to delete paragraphs (2) and (3). Acknowledges the importance of private Members’ Bills and expresses support for cross-party efforts. Reassures that Government is working on legislative progress across various issues including border security, public services, and transport.
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