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Proceeding contribution from Baroness Keeley (Labour) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 1 July 2009. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee of the Whole House (HC) on Parliamentary Standards Bill.


Parliamentary Standards Bill

No, it was not the intention to create binding obligations. The provision was expressly limited to a statement about the way in which the bodies would work together. It was meant to be helpful. It will not create binding obligations, but it is clear that Members have concerns about it. A number of amendments in this large group relate to the proposal, and the Justice Secretary has said that we are prepared to reconsider the matter.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
495 c357 
Session
2008-09
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Complaints Disciplinary proceedings Data protection Codes of practice Conduct Allowances House of Commons Legal aid scheme Members Members' interests Parliamentary privilege Standards Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority Sunset clauses
Legislation
Parliamentary Standards Bill 2008-09
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk