Because there is a longstanding tradition that that question is asked on each bill to assure the House that the bill is in the usual form.
Shall clause 2 carry?
In the House of Commons on June 9th, 1998. See this statement in context.
In the House of Commons on June 9th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Division No. 209Government Orders
The Chairman
Because there is a longstanding tradition that that question is asked on each bill to assure the House that the bill is in the usual form.
Shall clause 2 carry?
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