Business of the House Debate

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Department: Leader of the House

Business of the House

Steve Brine Excerpts
Wednesday 22nd May 2024

(1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Roger Gale Portrait Mr Deputy Speaker
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Mr Brine has indicated that he wishes to raise a question that is probably relevant to a number of Members. I will call Mr Brine, but after that I will call these proceedings to a close on the understanding that a statement will be made tomorrow.

Steve Brine Portrait Steve Brine (Winchester) (Con)
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Other than providing time for the Tobacco and Vapes Bill—she knows that matters greatly to me and that there is widespread support for it across the House, including from both Front Benches—does the Leader of the House plan to allow time for Members who are retiring from the House to make “matters to be raised before the Dissolution” speeches?

Penny Mordaunt Portrait Penny Mordaunt
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I thank my hon. Friend for raising that matter as it will be a concern to many Members on all sides of the House. The usual channels are aware of hon. Members’ wish to do that and I hope to be able to update the House tomorrow.