Member presents the bill for first reading, there is no debate. If the Speaker is satisfied that the matter is proper to be so discussed, a motion is put to the House. If the House gives leave, the business is discussed, usually on the following day. Membership is determined by the Selection Committee, and is established for each bill. No 23, under which backbenchers have an opportunity on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to introduce a bill and speak in its favour for about 10 minutes.
Time is also available for a short opposing speech.
WRIT - form of written command in the name of the Monarch.