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Frustration mounts in House as privilege debate gridlock continues

There are a number of government bills as well as opposition motions on the docket for the MPs to address once the House finishes two debates on the questions of privilege put forward by Conservative MPs.

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BY IREM KOCA
October 21, 2024

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Frustration mounts in House as privilege debate gridlock continues

There are a number of government bills as well as opposition motions on the docket for the MPs to address once the House finishes two debates on the questions of privilege put forward by Conservative MPs.

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