Ms Nusrat Ghani

Ms Nusrat Ghani

Conservative — Sussex Weald

Speaking in the House of Commons on 4 December 2024

Debate

Farming and Inheritance Tax

Contribution

I listened to the Member’s speech very closely. Paragraph 20.13 of “Erskine May” states: “Formerly, the House strictly observed a rule against anticipation”. That was designed to restrict debate on a subject to the type of proceedings deemed to be the most effective. As the word “formerly” suggests, the rule is no longer strictly observed and has not been for many years. The principal provision in the Budget relating to agricultural property relief is not contained in the Finance Bill currently before the House, so the question of anticipation does not arise. In any case, I am firmly of the view that any absolute rule should not prevent Members, whether acting individually or as parties, from holding the Government to account. I hope that that satisfies the Member; it is not a point for him to respond to right now.

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