Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Message to attend His Majesty delivered by the Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod. The Speaker, with the House, went up to attend His Majesty; on their return, the Speaker suspended the sitting.
The House has directed the Speaker to make a statement at the beginning of each Session about the duties and responsibilities of hon. Members. I begin by reminding Members of their duty to...
A Bill for the more effectual preventing Clandestine Outlawries was read the First time, and ordered to be read a Second time.
I have to acquaint the House that this House has this day attended His Majesty in the House of Peers, and that His Majesty was pleased to make a Most Gracious Speech from the Throne to both...
Before I call the mover and the seconder, I want to announce the proposed pattern of debate during the remaining days on the Loyal Address: today—debate on the Address;...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Deirdre Costigan.)
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.
