HC Deb 03 February 1978 vol 943 cc982-3

Order for Second Reading read.

Mr. Robert Hughes (Aberdeen, North)

I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time.

Mr. Deputy Speaker

Does the hon. Member have authority?

Mr. Hughes

Yes, Mr. Deputy Speaker.

Question put and agreed to.

Bill accordingly read a Second time.

Bill committed to a Standing Committee pursuant to Standing Order No. 40 (Committal of Bills).

Mr. Deputy Speaker

The hon. Member for Luton, East (Mr. Clemitson) is not present. Therefore, the Instruction cannot be moved.