HC Deb 03 May 1973 vol 855 c1475
Mr. Concannon

On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. It is relevant to the Ballot. I was obviously mistaken when reading the Ballot for Notices of Motion for 21st May, I understood that the opportunity for hon. Members to enter the Ballot ceased at 3.30 p.m. Obviously I was wrong. I should like, Mr. Speaker, your ruling. When does the opportunity cease for hon. Members to enter the Ballot?

Mr. Speaker

I understand that the Ballot box is removed from the Lobby at 3.30 but that hon. Members can continue to put their names in while the box is still on the Table. I am informed that that is the practice. I shall go into the matter.

Members successful in the Ballot were:

  • Mr. Neil Kinnock.
  • Mr. Ian Sproat.
  • Mr. Peter Trew.