The hon. Member for Nottingham, West (Mr. English) gave me notice before 12 noon today that he would seek leave to move the Adjournment of the House, under Standing Order No. 9, for the purpose of discussing a specific and important matter that he believes should have urgent consideration, namely, the statement of the Secretary of State for Industry on Thursday last —and I think that I may add the words and the Act under which he is acting. I listened carefully to the hon. Gentleman, and I listened very carefully to the exchanges on Friday, which were quite clear. I have re-read them this morning in view of what the hon. Gentleman said. As the House knows, I am directed to take into account the several factors set out in the Standing Order but to give no reasons for my decision. I have given careful consideration to the hon. Member's representations, but I have to rule that they do not fall within the provisions of the Standing Order and, therefore, I cannot submit his application to the House.