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Mr. Dormand
asked the Lord President of the Council whether he will move to amend the Standing Orders of the House to permit the introduction of a period in major debates during which speeches of not more than five minutes duration can be made, on a voluntary basis.
Mr. Whitelaw
The hon. Member's suggestion is attractive at first sight. However, when considered further, it presents many practical difficulties.