HC Deb 15 November 1989 vol 160 c356
Mr. Speaker

I have a short statement to make about the operation of the 4 o'clock shuffle, which determines the order of oral questions due for answer two weeks ahead.

With effect from the start of next Session the shuffle will be done by computer, instead of manually as at present. [HON. MEMBERS: "Hear, hear."] Order. I have inspected the new system and I am fully satisfied that it is more efficient than the present arrangements, and, more importantly, equally fair.

If any hon. Member wishes to see the new system in operation, the Table Office will be glad to arrange this.

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