📅 Business without Debate
Commons Chamber
On January 16, the House of Commons decided that business scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee could continue until 5:00 pm or for 90 minutes, whichever was later. If not completed by then, the business would lapse. The proceedings could continue even if opposed, and deferred divisions were not allowed. This decision was ordered by Lucy Powell.
Summary
- On January 16, the House of Commons decided on the schedule for business proposed by the Backbench Business Committee.
- The session will continue until 5:00 PM or for 90 minutes after starting, whichever comes later.
- If the business is not completed by this time, it will end.
- The session can continue even if there is opposition, and the usual rules about delayed votes do not apply.
- This decision was made by Lucy Powell.
Divisiveness
The transcript provided is a routine procedural order for managing the timing and continuation of business in the House of Commons, specifically for a sitting on 16 January. The text does not indicate any debate, opposition, or disagreement among the members. It is a straightforward order moved by Lucy Powell and subsequently passed without any noted objection or discussion. Therefore, the level of disagreement displayed in the session is minimal, warranting a rating of 1.