§ 2.—(1) For the purpose of bringing to a conclusion any proceedings which have not previously been brought to a conclusion, the Chairman or the Speaker shall, subject to sub-paragraph (2), forthwith put the following Questions (but no others)—
- (a) any Question already proposed from the Chair;
- (b) any Question necessary to bring to a decision a Question so proposed;
- (c) the Question on any amendment moved or Motion made by a Minister of the Crown;
- (d) any other Question necessary for the disposal of the business to be concluded.
§ (2) If, apart from this sub-paragraph, two or more Questions would fall to be put by the Chairman under sub-paragraph (1)(d) that successive clauses should stand part of the Bill, the Chairman shall instead put the single Question that each of those clauses shall so stand part.
§ (3) Proceedings under sub-paragraph (1) or (2) shall not be interrupted under any Standing Order relating to the sittings of the House.
§ (4) If at this day's sitting a Motion for the adjournent of the House under Standing Order No. 20 (Adjournment on specific and important matter that should have urgent consideration) stands over to Seven o'clock, the bringing to a conclusion of any proceedings on the Bill which, under this Order, are to be brought to a conclusion after that time shall be postponed for a period equal to the duration of the proceedings on that Motion.