Monday 23rd July 2018

(5 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Lidington Portrait Mr Lidington
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I think that is a question for the right hon. Member for Orkney and Shetland, rather than for me.

Nigel Huddleston Portrait Nigel Huddleston (Mid Worcestershire) (Con)
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The informal ways of working in this place can be both a strength and a weakness. Does my right hon. Friend agree that it is quite important every now and again to reflect on the fact that the composition of the House has changed, the world outside has changed and technology has moved on, and we need periodically to look at those informal processes and see whether some of them need formalising?

David Lidington Portrait Mr Lidington
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It is certainly right that we review things in the light of changing technology and changing circumstances, and that is what the Leader of the House wishes to do.