Overview

This bill proposes the creation of a Business of the House Commission to improve the scheduling of debates and votes in the House of Commons. The Commission will initially make recommendations for improvements, and, subsequently, it may be granted further powers to regulate the timetable itself.

Description

The bill establishes a nine-member Business of the House Commission, composed of Members of Parliament (MPs). No more than one member can be a government minister.

Initial Tasks

Within six months of the bill becoming law, the Commission must produce a report suggesting ways to better manage the House of Commons timetable. This report will be presented to the House of Commons.

Ongoing Functions

Following the initial report, the House of Commons can grant the Commission additional powers to directly manage the timetable. The Commission can also create further reports with proposals for timetable improvements.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't specify direct government spending figures. The cost will depend on the resources allocated to the Commission by Parliament, including staffing and operational expenses.

Groups Affected

This bill will primarily affect:

• Members of Parliament (MPs): They will be involved in appointing the Commission's members and will be directly impacted by any changes to the House of Commons timetable.
• Government Ministers: The limited number of ministers allowed on the commission could impact government control over the parliamentary timetable.
• The Public: Improved timetabling could lead to more efficient parliamentary processes, potentially resulting in quicker responses to public concerns and improved legislation.

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