Previously called Standing Committees, Public Bill Commitees study proposed legislation (Bills) in detail, debating each clause and reporting any amendments to the Commons for further debate.
There are at least 16 MPs on a Committee, and the proportion of parties reflects the House of Commons, so the government always has a majority.
[Mr. Roger Gale in the Chair]
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.
'All persons being employed or holding office in a civil capacity under the Crown by virtue of this Act shall prior to taking up such office of employment make the oath or affirmation specified...
Committee membership and attendance (out of 1)
Chairpersons
Members
[ Committee memberships can change partway through ]
