Part of Opposition Day — [3rd Allotted Day] – in the House of Commons at 7:12 pm on 2 February 2009.
My hon. Friend makes an interesting suggestion, but it is important to understand what counts as a lobbyist, not least because one of our constituents' ancient rights is to come to the Lobby and demand to see us as their Members of Parliament. Obviously, nothing should undermine that, but my colleagues will want to reflect on the interesting point that he makes.