Business of the House Commission Bill

Key Points

• Establishes the Business of the House Commission to regulate the timetable of Commons business.
• The Commission would plan and regulate the order of business, including debates, questions and votes.
• Could affect how government, opposition and other Members’ business is scheduled by setting priorities and timings.
• Includes provisions for related or connected purposes beyond scheduling.
• Specifies the bill relates to the scheduling processes of the House of Commons (with potential implications for related offices and rules).

Progress

The Bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee scrutiny and later stages.