Business of the House Commission Bill

Key Points

• Creates a Business of the House Commission responsible for scheduling House of Commons business.
• Gives the Commission authority to set timetabling rules and allocate time for debates and other proceedings.
• Intended to bring greater structure, clarity, and predictability to how the Commons timetable is planned and managed.
• Has progressed through the Commons, with a first reading in 2021 and two second readings in 2022; it is currently at the second reading stage.

Progress

The Bill originated in the Commons. After its first reading in June 2021, it proceeded to two second readings in January and May 2022. It remains at the second reading stage in the Commons.