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Crime and Policing Bill (Ways and Means)
14 April 2026
Lead MP
Andy McDonald
Debate Type
General Debate
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At a Glance
Andy McDonald raised concerns about crime and policing bill (ways and means) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Mr McDonald argues that the House should be given a [K separate vote on Lords amendment 312, which he believes represents a signif [6D [K significant erosion of civil liberties under articles 9, 10, and 11 of the [K European Convention on Human Rights. He criticises the Government for not a [1D [K allowing a singular vote on this matter, suggesting it is disrespectful to [K Parliament and undermines the rights to peaceful protest.
Caroline Nokes
Con
Ms Nokes responds that if Members are dissatisfied with [K the programming of the Bill, they can express their discontent by disagreei [9D [K disagreeing with the programme motion. She explains that under Standing Ord [3D [K Order No. 83F, a separate vote on Mr McDonald's motion would be possible on [2D [K only before 7 pm.
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