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§ LORD SHEPHERDMy Lords, the particulars of the Motion relating to the Business of the House which stands in the name of my noble friend the Leader of the House have been agreed through the usual channels. In view of that, I beg to move that the Motion be approved.
§ Moved, That Standing Orders Nos. XXI and XXXIX be considered in order to their being suspended until the House adjourns for the Recess at Christmas, and that Government business have, except with the consent of the Government, precedence over other Notices and Orders of the Day.—(Lord Shepherd.)
§ On Question, Motion agreed to, and ordered accordingly.