HC Deb 11 June 1998 vol 313 c1285

  1. 3.—(1) For the purpose of concluding any proceedings which are to be brought to a conclusion at a time appointed by this Order, the Chairman or Speaker shall forthwith put the following Questions (but no others):—
    1. (a) any Question already proposed from the Chair;
    2. (b) any Question necessary to bring to a decision a Question so proposed;
    3. (c) the Question on any amendment moved or Motion made by a Minister of the Crown;
    4. (d) any other Question necessary for the disposal of the business to be concluded.
  2. (2) Proceedings under sub-paragraph (1) shall not be interrupted under any Standing Order relating to sittings of the House and may be decided, though opposed, at any hour.
  3. (3) On a Motion made for a new Clause or a new Schedule, the Chairman or Speaker shall put only the Question that the Clause or Schedule be added to the Bill.
  4. (4) If two or more Questions would fall to be put under sub-paragraph (1)(c) on amendments moved or Motions made by a Minister of the Crown, or under sub-paragraph (1)(d) in relation to successive provisions of the Bill, the Chairman or Speaker shall instead put a single question in relation to those amendments, Motions or provisions.

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