HL Deb 11 April 1989 vol 506 c210

Brought from the Commons; read a first time, and to be printed.

Police Officers (Central Service) Bill [H.L.]

7.32 p.m.

The Earl of Arran

My Lords, I understand that no amendments have been set down to this Bill and that no noble Lord has indicated a wish to move a manuscript amendment or to speak in Committee. Therefore, unless any noble Lord objects, I beg to move that the order of commitment be discharged.

Moved, That the order of commitment be discharged. (The Earl of Arran.)

On Question, Motion agreed to.

Viscount Long

My Lords, I beg to move that the House do now adjourn during pleasure until 8.30.

Moved accordingly, and, on Question, Motion agreed to.

[The Sitting was suspended from 7.32 to 8.30 p.m.]