Procedure Committee Debate

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Wednesday 16th December 2015

(8 years, 10 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Laming Portrait The Chairman of Committees
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It is necessary because the House is trying to encourage people who have no intention of playing a part to take the necessary action. Should they intend genuinely and sincerely to again play an active part, that would of course be accepted. Should the circumstances change, this House will exercise discretion.

Lord Geddes Portrait Lord Geddes (Con)
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On the third point, about translations, can the Chairman of Committees explain to what extent that translation must be authorised and, if so, by whom?

Lord Laming Portrait The Chairman of Committees
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My Lords, clearly it is for the committee to decide how to conduct its business. It would be for the committee to ensure that the arrangements are satisfactory not just for the committee members but for members of the public who are in the room and for the webcast. Therefore, the arrangements have to satisfy all the different aspects involved in taking evidence in committee.