Amendment proposed: 5, in page 2, line 15, at end insert

'within six months of receiving such a proposal.'.- (Mr. Chope.)

Question put, that the amendment be made.

The House divided: Ayes 1, Noes 212.

Question accordingly negatived.

More than o ne hour having elapsed since the commencement of proceedings on consideration, the proceedings were interrupted (Order, 7 April).

The Deputy Speaker put forthwith the Q uestion necessary for the disposal of the business to be concluded at that time (Standing Order No. 83E)

Question, That the Bill be read the Third time, put and agreed to.

Bill accordingly read the Third time, and passed