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House of Commons Commission (External Members)
20 January 2021
Lead MP
Jacob Rees-Mogg
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General Debate
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Jacob Rees-Mogg raised concerns about house of commons commission (external members) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Mr Rees-Mogg moved a motion for the extension of Jane McCall’s membership of the House of Commons Commission until 30 April 2021, highlighting that this was to ensure the Commission had sufficient time to recruit her successor while managing the pandemic's impact on the House Service. He emphasised Jane McCall's service and thanked all members of the Commission for their work.
Jacob Rees-Mogg
Con
North East Somerset
Mr Rees-Mogg proposed a short, three-month extension to Ms McCall’s term on the House of Commons Commission until 30 April 2021. He noted that this was necessary for the Commission to manage the recruitment process for her successor while facing challenges from the pandemic.
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