Debates between Siobhain McDonagh and Mike Kane during the 2017-2019 Parliament

Cost of School Uniforms

Debate between Siobhain McDonagh and Mike Kane
Tuesday 9th October 2018

(6 years, 2 months ago)

Westminster Hall
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Mike Kane Portrait Mike Kane
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I thank my right hon. Friend for giving way. I attended his constituency fundraiser in 2010, and I am reminded of the event because—

Siobhain McDonagh Portrait Siobhain McDonagh (in the Chair)
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Order. This is my error, and I apologise, but I understand that you cannot make a speech.

Siobhain McDonagh Portrait Siobhain McDonagh (in the Chair)
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I would like to do anything I can to facilitate the right hon. Gentleman, but the guidance I have been handed states that during a half-hour debate, neither speeches nor interventions from Opposition Front Benchers are permitted, as is the rule in the House. I apologise.

Mike Kane Portrait Mike Kane
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Can I speak from the Back Benches?