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Points of Order
24 March 2026
Lead MP
David Davis
Haltemprice and Howden
Con
Debate Type
General Debate
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Other Contributors: 6
At a Glance
David Davis raised concerns about points of order 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:
David Davis
Con
Haltemprice and Howden
Raised a point of order regarding the unresolved issue of compensation for Tom Hayes, a banker wrongly sent to prison who has not been paid despite the Supreme Court's ruling in his favour.
Caroline Nokes
Con
Romsey and Southampton North
Responded to David Davis by advising him to consult with Table Office Clerks for guidance on how to elicit a response from the Government, and suggested raising the issue at business questions with the Leader of the House.
John Hayes
Con
South Holland and The Deepings
Raised a point of order concerning 287 patients in Northampton who are to be relocated due to NHS England deeming their hospital unfit for purpose. He questioned how to draw this matter to the attention of Government Ministers beyond raising it at Health questions.
Caroline Nokes
Con
Romsey and Southampton North
Responded to John Hayes by advising him to raise the issue at Health questions and with the Leader of the House, acknowledging his past efforts in highlighting this matter through debates.
Asked how Parliament can ensure that decisions regarding the UN’s international day of remembrance for victims of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade receive democratic consideration before a vote is cast, given its historical significance to Britain.
Caroline Nokes
Con
Romsey and Southampton North
Responded to Bell Ribeiro-Addy by explaining that diplomatic relations at the UN are conducted under Crown prerogative but suggested raising her concerns through Backbench Business debate, Westminster Hall debate, or business questions with the Leader of the House.
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