Virtual Participation in Proceedings during the Pandemic (Temporary Orders) (No. 2)

Motion that the Order of 4 June, as amended on 22 October, be further amended as follows: (1) leave out paragraph (1) and insert: “( ) Members may participate in proceedings in the Chamber by electronic means approved by the Speaker and in accordance with any scheme drawn up and published by the Speaker; ( ) for the purposes of paragraph (1) “proceedings” includes proceedings on Questions, Urgent Questions and Statements, participation in debate (including moving a motion) and presentation of petitions but does not include divisions, challenging the decision of Chair as to the decision of a Question, or proceedings for which no notice is required, with the exception of any motion made in accordance with Standing Order No. 44 (Order in debate).” (2) Leave out paragraph (2). Agreed to on question.