MPs debate the Leveson Inquiry report
3 December 2012
MPs debated in the House of Commons on Monday 3 December 2012, the findings of the report by Lord Justice Leveson into the culture, practices and ethics of the press
The debate was opened by Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Maria Miller.
Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Harriet Harman, responded on behalf of the Opposition.
- Watch Parliament TV: Debate on the Leveson Inquiry
- Read Commons Hansard: Debate on the Leveson Inquiry
- Read current Parliamentary material in Topics: Press
The Leveson Inquiry
On 13 July 2011 the Prime Minister announced a public inquiry led by Lord Justice Leveson. Lord Leveson published his report on Thursday 29 November 2012.
- Leveson Inquiry Report: An inquiry into the culture, practices and ethics of the press (external site)
- Leveson Inquiry Report: Executive summary and recommendations (external site)
The Prime Minister's responded to the recommendations made in the Leveson report in a statement to the House of Commons, also on 29 November.
Debates
A debate is a formal discussion on a topic in the House of Commons or the House of Lords.
They are an opportunity for MPs to discuss government policy, proposed new laws and current issues.
Members take it in turns to speak on the subject concerned and the discussion is strictly controlled by a set of rules called the ‘Standing Orders’.
The Speaker chairs debates in the Chamber and ensures these rules are followed and order is maintained.