Speaker responds to MPs

While these proceedings have had their limitations, they have undoubtedly allowed more scrutiny and participation to take place than would have occurred without them.

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UK Parliament

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http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2020/may/speaker-response-to-centenary-action-group/

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Saturday, May 23, 2020

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Medical specialties, Medicine, Electromagnetic compatibility, Electromagnetic radiation, Electromagnetic shielding, Magnetoencephalography, Social distancing, Health

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While these proceedings have had their limitations, they have undoubtedly allowed more scrutiny and participation to take place than would have occurred without them.
As Speaker I cannot and should not stand in the way of the will of the House.
I am personally sympathetic to those who need to stay at home because they are vulnerable, shielding or have caring responsibilities.
As you are probably aware, I have been insistent that we do not allow more than 50 MPs in the Chamber, while PHE guidelines on social distancing remain at two metres.