HC Deb 22 June 1998 vol 314 c380W
35. Mr. Mackinlay

To ask the President of the Council what representations she has received on increasing the time available for private Members'(a) debates and (b) legislation. [45257]

Mrs. Ann Taylor

I have received a number of representation asking for more time on both private Members' debates and legislation.

36. Mr. Bob Russell

To ask the President of the Council if she will increase the number of days provided for the consideration of private Members' Bills. [45258]

Mrs. Ann Taylor

I have no plans to do so in the current session. The procedure for private Members' bills will be considered by the Modernisation Committee.