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By Justin Parkinson 1219 Labour's Lynne Jones calls for government departments to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Mr Brown says the most important thing is to make progress at the Copenhagen climate summit later this year. By Justin Parkinson 1229 "Cleggy" should have demanded of the PM that he ensure that the majority share of any Bank profits be returned to the tax-payer in very quick time to repay the bail-out costs. Once their debt to the Nation is cleared then they can sort out bonuses.Andy, Winchester
1229 Copenhagen talks again. Tory James Gray asks whether plans for a third runway should be jettisoned. Mr Brown says the UK is prepared to go further on carbon emissions cuts if other countries do the same.
1228 I can't believe Cameron failed to bring up Mervyn King's savaging of Government policy on banking structures and left it to Clegg. He should have hammered that home instead of wittering about the Royal mail and biscuits.Dean, Haywards Heath, England
1227 Charlotte, During poppy week in November I am sure that the chamber will, rightly, be full of poppiesIan, Bristol
1227 Labour MP Ronnie Campbell urges action to ensure no repeat of the banking crisis. Mr Brown says changes must happen "globally to make them work".
1226 Northern Ireland First minister Peter Robinson asks how the government will assist financially if "unforeseen" emergencies arise. Mr Brown says devolution is in its "final stage". He adds that reserves will be available for unexpected security needs. The government will take "no risks" with this issue, he says.
1224 Tory Peter Bone says the UK will pay £4bn more to the EU this year than last year. He asks if this is the price of making Tony Blair "el presidente" of Europe. Mr Brown says the Tories should not be "disparaging" the country's EU membership and its economic benefits.
1223 This theatre show that the MPs put on once a week is quite entertaining, but only in a reality TV sense. Why is there not time in the chamber for a proper debate between the two leaders on policy instead of 10 mins of mud slinging. MPs wonder why the populous has no appetite for politics, maybe it is because there is nothing to engage us only rhetoric and very little "real" policyBarrie, Poole, Dorset
1222 From BBC political correspondent Ross Hawkins: Nick Clegg wants big banks split up, and he says the Bank of England governor Mervyn King agrees with him. Gordon Brown's not interested in advice from the other side of the chamber. The Lib Dem leader is wrong he says - and the PM insists the taxpayer will make, not lose, money from the banks.
1221 Why are there so few poppies worn in parliament. It is a disgrace, all MP's should be wearing the poppies especially when they know ie front two benches that they will be seen on Television?Charlotte, Ashford, Kent
1220 Former home secretary Jacqui Smith asks a friendly question about Sure Start centres and Tory plans to "cut" spending. Mr Brown says cutting the scheme would be a "grave mistake".
1219 Labour's Lynne Jones calls for government departments to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Mr Brown says the most important thing is to make progress at the Copenhagen climate summit later this year.
1218 Labour's Paul Flynn asks why UK troops should risk their lives to allow the re-election of Afghan President Hamid Karzai, whom he describes as a "corrupt thief". Mr Brown does not accept that and says forces are working to ensure a fair poll when the country's voters go to the polls on 7 November.1218 Labour's Paul Flynn asks why UK troops should risk their lives to allow the re-election of Afghan President Hamid Karzai, whom he describes as a "corrupt thief". Mr Brown does not accept that and says forces are working to ensure a fair poll when the country's voters go to the polls on 7 November.
1215 The Lib Dem leader urges a tax on banks' increasing profits. Mr Brown says the government is "determined to make money" from the nationalisation and part-nationalisation of banks.1215 The Lib Dem leader urges a tax on banks' increasing profits. Mr Brown says the government is "determined to make money" from the nationalisation and part-nationalisation of banks.
1215 Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg takes his turn. He mentions the Bank of England governor Mervyn King's call to break up banks, asking if this is "wrong". Mr Brown says the cause of the problem is not whether banks deal with retail or investment matters but a need for regulation.1215 Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg takes his turn. He mentions the Bank of England governor Mervyn King's call to break up banks, asking if this is "wrong". Mr Brown says the cause of the problem is not whether banks deal with retail or investment matters but a need for regulation.
1214 From BBC political correspondent Ross Hawkins: Gordon Brown's urging mediation for the postal dispute. There's not much mediation in the House. David Cameron accuses him of an appalling display of weakness because plans to sell a minority stake in Royal Mail to a private company have fallen by the wayside. On the face of it the debate's about the mail. In reality it's about the Conservatives arguing the PM is weak and dithering - and Gordon Brown saying they're plain wrong.1214 From BBC political correspondent Ross Hawkins: Gordon Brown's urging mediation for the postal dispute. There's not much mediation in the House. David Cameron accuses him of an appalling display of weakness because plans to sell a minority stake in Royal Mail to a private company have fallen by the wayside. On the face of it the debate's about the mail. In reality it's about the Conservatives arguing the PM is weak and dithering - and Gordon Brown saying they're plain wrong.
1213 Mr Cameron shouts that the best way to end the strikes is to "show some courage". He mentions the PM's delay last week in describing his favourite kind of biscuits - a pre-prepared gag, one suspects. Mr Brown says the Tories are "wrong" on all the major issues. Mr Cameron's questions are over for another week.1213 Mr Cameron shouts that the best way to end the strikes is to "show some courage". He mentions the PM's delay last week in describing his favourite kind of biscuits - a pre-prepared gag, one suspects. Mr Brown says the Tories are "wrong" on all the major issues. Mr Cameron's questions are over for another week.
1210 Mr Cameron says the postal workers' union pays "half" the prime minister's "bills". Labour MPs jeer him, as the Speaker has to interrupt proceedings with another warning about noise.1210 Mr Cameron says the postal workers' union pays "half" the prime minister's "bills". Labour MPs jeer him, as the Speaker has to interrupt proceedings with another warning about noise.
1209 Mr Brown turns his fire on the Tories, saying there is no suggestion a Conservative government would be able to sell Royal Mail. Mr Cameron says union "militancy has got worse" since the sell-off was abandoned, but Mr Brown once more urges a negotiated end to the industrial dispute.1209 Mr Brown turns his fire on the Tories, saying there is no suggestion a Conservative government would be able to sell Royal Mail. Mr Cameron says union "militancy has got worse" since the sell-off was abandoned, but Mr Brown once more urges a negotiated end to the industrial dispute.
1208 Mr Cameron accuses Mr Brown of an "appalling show of weakness" as the part-privatisation of Royal Mail is delayed. The PM says no buyer has been found yet. Mr Cameron says this is "nonsense", and says the delay was caused by a lack of Labour backbench support.1208 Mr Cameron accuses Mr Brown of an "appalling show of weakness" as the part-privatisation of Royal Mail is delayed. The PM says no buyer has been found yet. Mr Cameron says this is "nonsense", and says the delay was caused by a lack of Labour backbench support.
1206 Tory leader David Cameron rises, to cheers from his own benches. He starts on the planned Royal Mail strikes and asks the PM to condemn them and call on unions to call them off. Mr Brown says it is right to urge reconciliation and do "everything in our power" to reach an agreement.1206 Tory leader David Cameron rises, to cheers from his own benches. He starts on the planned Royal Mail strikes and asks the PM to condemn them and call on unions to call them off. Mr Brown says it is right to urge reconciliation and do "everything in our power" to reach an agreement.
1205 On to swine flue vaccinations. The PM says vaccines for those at risk and working in the NHS will start immediately.1205 On to swine flue vaccinations. The PM says vaccines for those at risk and working in the NHS will start immediately.
1204 Tory Crispin Blunt asks about the recruitment and training of Territorial Army staff - this relates to last week's exchanges. Mr Brown says TA people heading to Afghanistan would get the training they need. He said the Army has recruited more regular soldiers this year and that they are now the focus of efforts and will get all necessary training.1204 Tory Crispin Blunt asks about the recruitment and training of Territorial Army staff - this relates to last week's exchanges. Mr Brown says TA people heading to Afghanistan would get the training they need. He said the Army has recruited more regular soldiers this year and that they are now the focus of efforts and will get all necessary training.
1203 Mr Brown is on his feet, listing his activities and engagements. He says he is working towards the finalisation of Northern Ireland devolution.1203 Mr Brown is on his feet, listing his activities and engagements. He says he is working towards the finalisation of Northern Ireland devolution.
1201 BBC political editor Nick Robinson tells Daily Politics the prime minister is feeling "pain" over the expenses issue and faces difficulties getting MPs to reform the system, especially those who are not running at the next election.1201 BBC political editor Nick Robinson tells Daily Politics the prime minister is feeling "pain" over the expenses issue and faces difficulties getting MPs to reform the system, especially those who are not running at the next election.
1159 Gordon Brown is in the chamber. Speaker John Bercow tells MPs off again for "wittering" during Commons proceedings.1159 Gordon Brown is in the chamber. Speaker John Bercow tells MPs off again for "wittering" during Commons proceedings.
1157 From BBC political correspondent Ross Hawkins: Things will start differently today. The PM is to make a short statement on the future of policing in Northern Ireland before the normal business of PMQs begins.1157 From BBC political correspondent Ross Hawkins: Things will start differently today. The PM is to make a short statement on the future of policing in Northern Ireland before the normal business of PMQs begins.
1156 Tory Nick Herbert tells Daily Politics creating the role of European president - whether filled by Tony Blair of another candidate - would be a bad idea.1156 Tory Nick Herbert tells Daily Politics creating the role of European president - whether filled by Tony Blair of another candidate - would be a bad idea.
1155 On BBC Two's Daily Politics Caroline Flint defends the government's support for the European treaty, arguing that it will help the EU function more effectively.1155 On BBC Two's Daily Politics Caroline Flint defends the government's support for the European treaty, arguing that it will help the EU function more effectively.
1154 The chamber is filling up as international development questions come towards an end. The hubbub is rising too. Speaker John Bercow upbraids one MP for chattering.1154 The chamber is filling up as international development questions come towards an end. The hubbub is rising too. Speaker John Bercow upbraids one MP for chattering.
1150 Former home secretary Jacqui Smith, who apologised to the House last week for breaching the rules on expenses, is near the top of the list of MPs chosen to ask Mr Brown a question. I wonder what she will ask about? Tories Crispin Blunt and Graham Brady are also near the top of the list.1150 Former home secretary Jacqui Smith, who apologised to the House last week for breaching the rules on expenses, is near the top of the list of MPs chosen to ask Mr Brown a question. I wonder what she will ask about? Tories Crispin Blunt and Graham Brady are also near the top of the list.
1149 Other issues which might crop up are BNP leader Nick Griffin's appearance on BBC One's Question Time this Thursday and the negotiations in the lead-up to the Copenhagen climate conference.1149 Other issues which might crop up are BNP leader Nick Griffin's appearance on BBC One's Question Time this Thursday and the negotiations in the lead-up to the Copenhagen climate conference.
1148 So, what will dominate PMQs this week? Last time the whole event was overshadowed by Mr Brown's tributes to the UK soldiers who died in Afghanistan over the summer. The economy is likely to get a mention this time round, especially as Bank of England governor Mervyn King has suggested banks could be split up to reduce the risks posed if they fail. Will Mr Cameron be able to resist a question over the accusation by a senior Labour MP that Schools Secretary Ed Balls - a key ally of Mr Brown - is "a bit of a bully"?1148 So, what will dominate PMQs this week? Last time the whole event was overshadowed by Mr Brown's tributes to the UK soldiers who died in Afghanistan over the summer. The economy is likely to get a mention this time round, especially as Bank of England governor Mervyn King has suggested banks could be split up to reduce the risks posed if they fail. Will Mr Cameron be able to resist a question over the accusation by a senior Labour MP that Schools Secretary Ed Balls - a key ally of Mr Brown - is "a bit of a bully"?
1140 Hello and welcome to our live coverage of prime minister's questions. My colleague Ross Hawkins will be providing analysis as Gordon Brown faces David Cameron and Nick Clegg from noon. Former Europe minister Caroline Flint and shadow environment secretary Nick Herbert are also giving their views, courtesy of BBC Two's Daily Politics. We'll also have bits from guests on the BBC News Channel - and a selection of your comments on the exchanges.1140 Hello and welcome to our live coverage of prime minister's questions. My colleague Ross Hawkins will be providing analysis as Gordon Brown faces David Cameron and Nick Clegg from noon. Former Europe minister Caroline Flint and shadow environment secretary Nick Herbert are also giving their views, courtesy of BBC Two's Daily Politics. We'll also have bits from guests on the BBC News Channel - and a selection of your comments on the exchanges.