Proxy voting

Andrea Leadsom Apologises To MP Who Had To Miss Brexit Vote Because His Wife Was Giving Birth

The leader of the House says she might have been more lenient if it were up to her.
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Proxy Voting Shows The Power Balance Is Shifting In Parliament Away From The Dinosaurs

We are still a long way off a truly representative parliament. But for now we should savour this long overdue victory against the dinosaurs.
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Proxy Voting For New Parent MPs Approved In Historic Change For Parliament

One MP felt she had to postpone a Caesarean section to vote on Brexit earlier this month.
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Proxy Voting Is An Exciting Step Forward For Parents In Parliament

My experience as a new parent in Westminster was not a positive one – we should be a beacon of light on parental rights
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MP Makes History By Bringing Her Baby To House Of Commons During Debate

Baby Gabriel appeared with mum Jo Swinson during a debate on proxy voting for new parents.
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Labour Refuse To Accept Excuse Why Deal With MP On Maternity Leave Was Broken

Brandon Lewis has claimed he voted by mistake.
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MPs Are One Step Closer To Being Able To Finally Take Parental Leave

Four Commons women are currently pregnant.
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