House of Commons debates

Thursday, 13 April 1939

  • Preamble

    The House—summoned by Mr. SPEAKER in pursuance of the Resolution of 6th April—met at a Quarter before Three of the Clock, Mr. SPEAKER in the Chair.

  • Business of the House.

    3 speeches

    May I ask the Prime Minister whether he has any statement to make as regards business?

  • War Risks (Cargoes, Reinsurance).

    12 speeches

    (by Private Notice) asked the President of the Board of Trade when it is proposed, in the interest of the trade of this country, to bring into operation the peace-time scheme for the war risks...

  • European Situation.

    85 speeches

    Motion made, and Question proposed, "That this House do now adjourn" — [Captain Margesson.]

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Debates in the House of Commons are an opportunity for MPs from all parties to scrutinise government legislation and raise important local, national or topical issues.

And sometimes to shout at each other.

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