MPs debate Ways and Means motions
6 September 2017 (updated on 6 September 2017)
MPs are to debate Ways and Means motions relating to a new Finance Bill on 6 September.
The debate is expected to start at 12.45pm following questions to the Prime Minister, but may be later if any Urgent Questions or statements are granted on the day.
- Watch the debate on Ways and Means motions live on Parliament TV from 12.45pm
- Read current Parliamentary material in Topics: Economy and Finance
- Read Library Briefing Paper: Finance (no.2) Bill
There are 48 motions being debated, each of which covers a different aspect of taxation or financial policy. MPs will hold a single debate covering all 48 motions.
If the House agrees to the motions, the Government will introduce a Finance Bill, to be published on Friday 8 September.
Transcripts of proceedings in the House of Commons Chamber are available three hours after they happen via Hansard online.
Watching the debate from the public gallery
UK residents and overseas visitors can watch proceedings in the House of Commons by visiting the public gallery.
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