Written question asked by Lord Brennan of Canton (Labour) on Tuesday, 23 July 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 October 2002. It was answered by Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 22 October 2002 on behalf of the House of Commons Commission.

House of Commons Commission

Question: To ask the honourable Member for Roxburgh and Berwickshire, representing the House of Commons Commission, if the Commission will take steps to ensure that honourable Members may invite musicians from their constituency to play music in the House. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Kevin Brennan: To ask the hon. Member for Roxburgh and Berwickshire, representing the House of Commons Commission, if the Commission will take steps to ensure that hon. Members may invite musicians from their constituency to play music in the House. [73624] Archy Kirkwood: Permission for musical performances is granted on a case-by-case basis by the Speaker. I understand that the Speaker has agreed to occasional performances provided that meetings and events in adjoining areas are not disturbed. Hon. Members who wish to have music performed at a private function in a refreshment room should direct their request to the Catering Committee, which advises the Speaker.

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