Leaving the European Union
Debate between Roger Gale and Martin Whitfield(6 years, 1 month ago)
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Martin Whitfield
On a point of order, Sir Roger, how can we get on the record that not everyone who sits on the Opposition Benches necessarily agreed with the indication of the vote mentioned by the hon. Lady?
Sir Roger Gale (in the Chair)
As the hon. Gentleman is well aware, that is not a point of order for the Chair, but I think he has achieved his objective.
Referendum on Scottish Independence
Debate between Roger Gale and Martin Whitfield(7 years, 1 month ago)
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Martin Whitfield
On a point of order, Sir Roger. At the start of this debate, it was indicated that those on the Back Benches would have five minutes, in order to allow everyone to speak. It seems that some people will now lose the opportunity.
Sir Roger Gale (in the Chair)
That is a point of order for the Chair. My understanding from my predecessor in the Chair is that that was indicative and informative, but the hon. Gentleman is quite right that this five-minute speech has so far lasted for 13 minutes. I am sure that the hon. Member for Kilmarnock and Loudoun is drawing his remarks to a conclusion.