HC Deb 09 March 1990 vol 168 c1174
Mr. Dennis Skinner (Bolsover)

On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker. Can you tell us whether the amplifiers are working properly in the Chamber at all times? Can you ascertain whether the amplifiers immediately above the Government Front Bench are working properly? When I tried to move the Second Reading of the Bill that is designed to give compensation to nuclear test veterans, I heard a small, wee voice from the Government Front Bench. I believe that it was the voice of the Government Whip, the hon. Member for Sheffield, Hallam (Mr. Patnick). I think that he should have spoken more loudly so that people throughout his constituency and throughout Britain would know that it was a Minister who objected to the Bill. This is the second week in succession that it has happened. It is high time that the British public knew of the way in which the Government are using—

Mr. Deputy Speaker (Sir Paul Dean)

Order. This is developing into a speech.

Mr. Skinner

rose

Mr. Deputy Speaker

Order. There was an objection, it was taken, and we followed our customary procedures. Adjournment.

Mr. Nicholas Bennett (Pembroke)

On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker.

Mr. Deputy Speaker

Order. It is time for the Adjournment motion.