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Proceeding contribution from Edward Leigh (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Friday, 16 June 2006. It occurred during Debate on bill on International Development (Reporting and Transparency) Bill.


International Development (Reporting and Transparency) Bill

I am sure that we could do that, but how much better it would be if the debate took place automatically. Of course I appreciate that other Departments produce annual reports, but this is a specific annual report. The Bill specifies key goals and targets. Let us not just have the Government’s version; let us bring the Minister to the Dispatch Box and hold him to account. I am very disappointed by the Minister’s response, and I am afraid that I will press the new clause to a vote. Question put, That the clause be read a Second time:— The House divided: Ayes 8, Noes 93.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
447 c1022-3 
Session
2005-06
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Access Disclosure of information Accountability Debts Corruption Annual reports Developing countries Development aid Bilateral aid Freedom of information Expenditure International assistance National income Poverty Parliamentary scrutiny Politics and government Standards EU aid
Legislation
International Development (Reporting and Transparency) Bill 2005-06
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk