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Emergency DebateTuesday, 28 April 2026

Privilege

An emergency debate on parliamentary privilege, sponsored by senior members from Conservative and Liberal Democrat parties. This concerns a matter of parliamentary procedure and the rights and protections afforded to Members of Parliament, likely triggered by a specific incident or breach affecting one or more MPs.

Parliamentary privilege is fundamental to the functioning of Parliament and MPs' ability to represent constituents without fear of legal action. This emergency debate suggests a significant breach or challenge to privilege has occurred, affecting the relationship between Parliament and the executive, or between Parliament and the courts. The cross-party sponsorship indicates concern transcending normal partisan divides.

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Alex BurghartConservative and Unionist Party

Brentwood and Ongar

Ed DaveyLiberal Democrats

Kingston and Surbiton

Mrs Kemi BadenochConservative and Unionist Party

North West Essex

Lisa SmartLiberal Democrats

Hazel Grove

Rebecca HarrisConservative and Unionist Party

Castle Point

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