HC Deb 10 December 1990 vol 182 c296W
35. Mr. Kirkwood

To ask the Lord President of the Council whether he has any plans to reduce the amount of business taken by the House after midnight; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. MacGregor

In an ideal world the House would not often need to meet after midnight and I will consider any ideas as to how we might achieve this. However, any move towards this ideal while still securing the passage of business will require the co-operation and self-discipline of all hon. Members.