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New Commons procedures under Coronavirus restrictions
On Thursday 4 June the House approved motions allowing limited continued virtual participation in House of Commons business. .
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Lords begins hybrid proceedings
From Monday 8 June, members will participate either online or in the chamber of the House.
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Democratically elected house makes laws and checks the work of Government.
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