Business of the House Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Business of the House

Peter Bone Excerpts
Monday 16th April 2018

(6 years, 8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrea Leadsom Portrait Andrea Leadsom
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As I said previously, the Prime Minister requested an urgent debate under the Standing Order No. 24 procedure, and it was not granted.

Peter Bone Portrait Mr Peter Bone (Wellingborough) (Con)
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The Prime Minister has explained why Parliament was not recalled. Would it not be a good idea to have a full debate on a voteable motion about Syria tomorrow, so that the House can show its support for the Prime Minister’s view? I think the House would vote overwhelmingly in favour. Will the Leader of the House consider coming back later to make another business statement to announce a full debate for tomorrow?

Andrea Leadsom Portrait Andrea Leadsom
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I would be delighted to change the business of the House every few minutes, but the patience of the Chamber might wear a bit thin. My hon. Friend makes a very important point, and without giving too much away, Mr Speaker, you will be getting another application for a Standing Order No. 24 debate, which may have a bearing on tomorrow’s business.