But there are concerns about MPs having to divulge sensitive medical details to avoid voting in person.
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PM backs proxy votes for elderly and shielding MPs
But there are concerns about MPs having to divulge sensitive medical details to avoid voting in person.
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PM backs proxy votes for elderly and shielding MPs
But there are concerns about MPs having to divulge sensitive medical details to avoid voting in person.
PMQs: Starmer challenges Johnson on virus response
PM says he takes "full responsibility" for coronavirus response after Labour leader criticises exit from lockdown.
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The health minister and the chief scientific officer updated the Health Committee on Covid-19.
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MPs and peers were to move out for five years from 2025, but a squeeze on finances may change this..
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Rosie Duffield "takes responsibility" for breaking guidelines after meeting married partner.
PMQs: Starmer challenges Johnson on virus response
PM says he takes "full responsibility" for coronavirus response after Labour leader criticises exit from lockdown.
As it happened: Health minister updated MLAs on Covid-19
The health minister and the chief scientific officer updated the Health Committee on Covid-19.
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Shielding MP 'very happy' about proxy vote plan in Commons
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On Tuesday MPs voted to reinstate a physical Parliament, despite a rebellion by 10 Conservatives.
Some MPs have said the Conservative government's plans risk excluding those with medical conditions or caring duties.
Responding to criticism, Boris Johnson said shielded and older members should be allowed to vote by proxy.
Later, the government will introduce a motion, allowing those MPs to be able to take part in questions virtually.
Robert Halfon, the Conservative MP for Harlow in Essex who is shielding and did not attend last night's vote on medical advice, said he was "very happy" to hear the news.
Currently, MPs who are new parents are able to arrange a proxy vote.
Mr Halfon was born with mild cerebral palsy. He has since developed osteoarthritis and walks using crutches.
Boris Johnson says MPs who are shielding or over 70 should be able to vote by proxy in the Commons.
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