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Backbench Business Committee
Allocates time for backbench MPs to debate issues (including petitions) that are not part of govt business
Composition
8 members
Elected by MPs
Key cases - 2023 - Hillsborough disaster debate
Led by Ian Byrne
Ensured ongoing recognition and justice for families
Key cases - 2023 - NHS worker’s pay debate
Highlighted pay concerns and impact of strikes on healthcare delivery
Efficacy - collaboration and recognition
Allows backbench MPs to raise important issues not otherwise addressed in Plmt
Encourages cross-party collaboration
Inefficacy - time and binding nature of recs
Debates and recommendations not binding
Limited time allocation restricts the number of debates