UPPER COMMITTEE CORRIDOR TROLLEY SERVICE

Early day motion 1222, tabled 15 May 2003 by Janet Anderson (Labour). Signed by 9 members.

That this House recognises the dedication and stamina required of honourable Members serving on Standing Committees, most especially in view of the earlier starting time of 8.55 a.m.; believes that honourable Members should therefore be able to call on the stimulation and refreshment of a revivifying tea and coffee service for the duration of such committees, notes that the present service consists of tea and coffee provided from flasks for one hour only; further notes that the supply regularly runs out so that a member of the Refreshment Department's staff has to run down several flights of stairs to replenish supplies; considers this service to be totally unsatisfactory; and calls upon the House of Commons Refreshment Department and the Catering Committee to restore the former trolley service on the Upper Committee Corridor without delay.

Signatures by party: Labour 7, Conservative 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.