Baroness Winterton of Doncaster
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(5 years, 2 months ago)
Commons ChamberI inform the House that Mr Speaker has considered the instrument and has certified that it applies exclusively to England and Wales.
Madam Deputy Speaker, I should like to note my disappointment that we did not hear from our Scottish colleagues. I was looking forward to hearing from them, though I am delighted they agree with the order.
Further to that point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Despite the title of the motion, it was certified by Mr Speaker as falling wholly within devolved competence and therefore under the English votes for English laws scheme, so sadly the need for us to contribute on the Floor was limited. Given, however, that the Minister was very complimentary about the Scottish authorities, we thought it important that we at least heard her.
I thank the hon. Gentleman for that point of order. It is always a pleasure to hear from him.
Further to that point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. I am happy to concede: I walked into that one.
Excellent.
Excise
Motion made, and Question put forthwith (Standing Order No. 118(6)),
That the Tobacco Products (Descriptions of Products) (Amendment) Order 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 953), which was laid before this House on 21 May, be approved.—(Mike Freer.)
Question agreed to.