Scotland Bill (Allocation of Time)

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 16 November 1977.

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Photo of Mr Michael Foot Mr Michael Foot , Ebbw Vale 12:00, 16 November 1977

I have already dealt with that. If the hon. Gentleman had taken sufficient factors into account before he put down the motion, he would have had a better chance of appealing to the House. He must take into account the time allowed for discussion in the last Session. That discussion does not determine the issue but if the House applies common sense, it must take that into account.

It is an absurdity for the hon. Member to cite an example of something that occurred decades ago when timetables were of a different nature and when allocations of time were operated in different instances. It is an absurdity for him not to take into account developments that have taken place since. I am sure that the House will regard it as an absurdity.