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Written question asked by Philip Hollobone (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 November 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 November 2006. It was answered by Nigel Griffiths (Labour) on Monday, 27 November 2006 on behalf of the Leader of the House of Commons.


Westminster Hall

Question
To ask the Leader of the House what assessment he has made of the role of Westminster Hall debates in providing time for hon. Members to debate issues of concern.
Answer

My right hon. Friend has made no specific assessment.The Government believe that the arrangements made for proceedings in Westminster Hall since they were made permanent in October 2002 have worked well and have provided significant additional opportunities for hon. Members to raise issues of concern. In the last session (2005-06) there were over 450 debates in Westminster Hall on topics chosen by private Members.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
102895; 453 c327W
Session
2006-07
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Westminster Hall sittings
Link
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