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Business of the House (Private Members’ Bills)
03 June 2020
Type
Procedural
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The MP is addressing procedural changes related to virtual participation in parliamentary proceedings during the pandemic.
Action Requested
The motion proposes amendments to the House's business regarding private members' bills, including altering specific dates for second readings and setting down Bills for future debate. However, due to a contested amendment by Chris Bryant, the main Question cannot be put forward as it constitutes an objection.
Key Facts
- The motion amends the Resolution of the House from January 2020 regarding private members' bills.
- Specific dates are altered: removing “12 June 2020, 26 June 2020, 10 July 2020,” and adding new dates such as “19 March 2021, 16 April 2021 and 23 April 2021.”
- Amendments by Karen Bradley, Chris Bryant, and Valerie Vaz have been selected and some withdrawn.
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