New Clause 1

Part of Orders of the Day — Education Bill – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 12 July 1979.

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Photo of Frank Dobson Frank Dobson , Camden Holborn and St Pancras South 12:00, 12 July 1979

On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. I might describe this as a maiden point of order. Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I seek your indulgence more than hon. Members normally do. I find myself at a loss following your ruling, because it is my understanding that one of our duties, both individually and collectively, is to consider the expenditure of moneys by the Government. As I understand your ruling, we are now in a position where there will be an expenditure of moneys as a consequence of the Bill, but there is no procedure whereby we can find out how much will be involved or express a view upon it. I am therefore at a loss to know how to discharge my duties both to the House and to my electorate.