2006-12-05 19:09:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
MP's who aren't already on the "Order List" to ask their question, must stand to catch the eye of the Speaker indicating their desire to ask something not previously notified to him.
It's the parliamentary equivalent of a pupil in school putting their hand up in class to attract the attention of teacher.
2006-12-05 19:26:02 · answer #1 · answered by ♥Robin♥ (Scot,UK) 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The reason some MPs stand up at Question Time is to catch the attention of the "Speaker of the House". They are indicating to the Speaker that they would like to ask a question. The Speaker, who controls proceedings, then calls upon selected MPs to ask their questions. The Speaker is charged with giving each political party proportional time to ask questions.
2006-12-06 03:38:33 · answer #2 · answered by PATRICK C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Must be the question is too hot to sit on it to come up with a solution.
So get ready with the pots and pans in bashing up one another in planet of apes.
2006-12-06 03:13:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is done to show support to the person who is asking the question,its a bit like showing hands when voting.
2006-12-06 03:12:36 · answer #4 · answered by mentor 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋