Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Civil Defence. – in the House of Commons at on 1 February 1940.
Sir John Anderson
, Combined Scottish Universities
The provisions in the Defence Regulations for the control of access to premises where special precautions are needed in time of war are directed to security objects; and it is well understood by those concerned that it would be entirely wrong to interpret them as if they were intended to interfere with legitimate trade union activities. I do not think any Amendment of the Regulations is called for, but if the hon. Member knows of any case in which it is suggested that such activities have been hampered, I shall be glad, on receipt of particulars, to look into the matter.
A group of workers who have united to promote their common interests.
A group of workers who have united to promote their common interests.
As a bill passes through Parliament, MPs and peers may suggest amendments - or changes - which they believe will improve the quality of the legislation.
Many hundreds of amendments are proposed by members to major bills as they pass through committee stage, report stage and third reading in both Houses of Parliament.
In the end only a handful of amendments will be incorporated into any bill.
The Speaker - or the chairman in the case of standing committees - has the power to select which amendments should be debated.
