Assisted Dying Bill [HL]

Debate between Lord Newby and Lord Falconer of Thoroton

Friday 7th November 2014 Lords Chamber

[Lord Falconer of Thoroton]

That the House do now resolve itself into Committee.

[Lord Newby (LD)]

My Lords, it may be for the convenience of the House if I highlight the estimated rising time of 5 pm that is advertised in this morning’s edition of today’s list. Noble Lords will be aware that it is a firm convention that the House normally rises by about 3pm on Fridays but in view of the level of interest in this Bill, as reflected in the volume of amendments tabled, we anticipate that the House may wish to sit a little beyond 3 pm on this occasion. As ever, progress on the Bill of the noble and learned Lord, Lord Falconer, and our rising time will ultimately be in the hands of the House.