In 1882 the new rules, which dealt with closure, the suspension of disorderly members and the creation of standing committees, were debated for thirty-three days.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell
This is especially true where closure has been moved by private members, for his consent, or that of the Chairman of Committees, has been refused in one third of such cases.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell
closure has failed for lack of 100 affirmative votes only once in the last ten years.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell