HC Deb 14 February 1831 vol 2 c547
Mr. Hunt

rose to move an adjournment of the House (it being after one), saying, that he had pledged himself to move an adjournment if the House should sit beyond midnight, and proceed to take new business.

The Speaker

—Who seconds the Motion?

Mr. Hunt

—I have not asked any hon. Member to second it.

The Speaker

—The House cannot entertain any motion that is not seconded.

Mr. Hunt

—I have kept my word, Sir, in moving the adjournment, and have nothing more to urge.

The House accordingly proceeded with some routine business.