Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor David Wilshire (Conservative), on Monday, 20 December 1999, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 23 members in total.

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WESTMINSTER METHODIST CENTRAL HALL

That this House notes the continuing concern amongst parliamentarians at the planned reduction in the use of the Methodist Church of the Westminster Methodist Central Hall for church purposes in order to facilitate further commercial use of the site; and, before the final church departmental offices are transferred to Marylebone Road, urges the President and members of the Methodist Conference to reconsider their decision in the light of (a) the significant ecumenical role Central Hall plays alongside Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral, (b) the important focus it provides for world Methodism with its easy access for overseas visitors, (c) the interface it has with Parliament, providing honourable Members with a valuable insight into a range of shared commitments, including commitments to social responsibility, education and young people and (d) its ongoing community involvement roles which includes providing a base for rallies, conferences and protest meetings, all of which are strengthened by being linked to a Methodist world centre of prayer and fellowship.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

WESTMINSTER METHODIST CENTRAL HALL (218A1)

The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Peter Bottomley (primary, Conservative) and tabled on Tuesday, 21 December 1999. It has been signed by 3 members in total.

leave out from 'notes' to '(a)' in line 5.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

218 

218A1 

Session

1999-00

Subjects

Administration Buildings Churches Methodist Church Westminster Central Hall

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk