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Constitution and Home Affairs

Debate between Chris Bryant and Hugh Bayley
Monday 7th June 2010

(14 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Hugh Bayley Portrait Mr Deputy Speaker
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I have to say to the hon. Gentleman that his views have been heard by the House, but that is a matter for debate, not a matter of order for the Chair.

Chris Bryant Portrait Chris Bryant
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Further to that point of order, Mr Deputy Speaker. It has been customary in the House for the appointment of Committees to be subject to votes in the House, so it is not for the Deputy Prime Minister to announce the creation of a Committee of this House or of another place.

Hugh Bayley Portrait Mr Deputy Speaker
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It is for the Government to decide what the membership of a Government committee should be, so that is a matter for debate.

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