Deferred Divisions in United Kingdom

Deferred divisions Meaning, as used in the UK Parliament

In the Commons, Members of the Parliament sometimes vote on a series of motions (proposals) using ballot papers at a convenient time (currently between 11.30am and 2pm on Wednesdays) instead of holding each division immediately at the end of a debate. These are known as deferred divisions.

The result of a deferred division can be found in the Votes and Proceedings for the day it took place.

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• Divisions

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