Why did MPs abstain from voting to Extend the Coronavirus ACT 2020

Thank you so much for putting this together, Michael -absolutely brilliant! A letter like that would take me a week!

I have email my MP Lammy for everyday since march / April sometimes twice a day . Links vids scientific papers you know ,factual stuff . Also mayor and others ,just takes a few minutes to do . he responded just twice . The first time he said my language upset his feelings and the police were monitoring these mails . I replied that perhaps he should go and talk to a mum and dad of a child who has committed suicide and see how their feelings are holding up or perhaps those cancer patients desperately needing treatment..

He then replied some months later with a link to a article in the guardian that was months old desperately trying to smear Sweden’s policy .

I replied UK 40.000 deaths v Sweden 5700 deaths .......

no response since that one about 6 weeks ago . Although he did once again mention the police were monitoring his emails . So the mails continues . I just sent him the stuff ,links news bits ,of the lady arrested for trying to take her 92 year old mum out of the care homes .....he doesn’t care .

hes a Cnut ....

It would appear from the replies received to date that these MPs are singing from the same hymn sheet. I do believe they have been subjected to full frontal lobotomies, probably as an add-on to intense therapy from members of the SAGE group. It is not possible that they are unaware of the reasons behind this pantomime. If Joe Bloggs' (like us) have found the truth behind the lies, then please don't try to tell me that these people are innocent mushrooms growing in the dark.

I hope each and every one of them is made to pay dearly for what they are doing.

Just a thought ----If we are all to be de-humanised by the great reset, do these people think that they, and their families will be secure ,safeguarded and rewarded for their complicity whilst only we are destroyed. ?

Just asking!!!

A A -Me too. Common Law The Bercinian way. Michael said on the Mark Devlin video that we were just dirt on their shoe. Now I know my place and talking anarchy I would love to get a farmer to load up chicken shit and spray it all over the Houses of Parliament like they did in France a couple of days ago. If any of them got caught up in it, tough. Now that is what I call dirt.

It's become very clear during this time that politicians have become (always were) the untouchables. Voting them out is an illusion as they just move on to other more lucrative power positions. Usin politics as networkin for when they move on. I never thought I'd say this but I'm becomin a bit of an anarchist and wanting to see the end of this current power hold and recreate a new one with checks and balances weighted for the people. Does that make sense?

Grumpy - Having not had a good word to say about my MP generally, he actually rose to the occasion and voted No having voted yes the first time around. Maybe he has gotten wind that The Bercinian was coming. Hope you enjoyed your day out at the seaside, blown a few cobwebs away.

Another belated reply from our lovely MPs:

An update on Covid-19 Inbox

Marsha de Cordova via gmail.mcsv.net 3:08 PM (58 minutes ago) to me MARSHA DE CORDOVA MP HOUSE OF COMMONS, LONDON, SW1A 0AA Dear Michael Georcelin, The Prime Minister last week announced that we will be entering a second National Lockdown from yesterday - Thursday 5th of November - to Wednesday 2nd December. The full guidance on what these restrictions will mean can be found on the Gov.uk website. For this lockdown to work the government must prioritise fixing the test, trace and isolate system. We have already seen the devastating economic impact the coronavirus crisis has had on small businesses and the self-employed. I have written to the chancellor on several occasions since the beginning of this crisis calling for greater support for those excluded from government economic support packages. This is just one of the many devastating impacts Covid-19 has had on our communities. As more information and guidance is announced over the coming days, I will continue to make sure the voices and needs of all Battersea residents are heard. Over the last 8 months I have responded to thousands of enquiries from constituents about Covid-19 and holding the government to account for its response. We are heading into another period of deep uncertainty, but I will continue working tirelessly to make sure Battersea gets through this second lockdown. It is vital that you follow the government guidance to stay at home. Only go out for the following reasons:

• Travel to work if you cannot work from home.

• Exercise (with a maximum of one person from outside of your household).

• Get food and essential supplies.

• Care for a vulnerable person.

There are three simple actions we must all do to keep on protecting each other:

• Wash hands - keep washing your hands regularly

• Cover face - wear a face-covering in enclosed spaces

• Make space - stay at least 2 metres apart - or 1 metre with a face covering or other precautions

I would like to express my huge thanks to community organisations, voluntary groups, businesses and individuals who have already done so much to support the most vulnerable throughout the constituency. I will be regularly be updating my website www.marshadecordova.co.uk where you can find details on how to get in touch with me if you have any issues along with details about what support is available locally. With Best Wishes Marsha de Cordova MP These are some of the organisations that are helping in Battersea during this crisis: Citizens Advice Wandsworth Tel: 0300 330 1169 Age UK Wandsworth Tel: 0208 877 8940 Email: info@ageukwandsworth.org.uk Wandsworth Food Bank Tel: 020 7326 9428 Email: info@wandsworth.foodbank.org.uk The Kambala Cares Outreach Project Tel: 0207 924 3549 Waste Not Want Not Tel: 020 7720 0335 Email: info@wastenotwantnot-battersea.org Battersea Mutual Aid Groupbatterseamutualaid@gmail.com Coronavirus Angels in St Mary's Parish Tel: 07394 856557 Email: angels@stmarysbattersea.org.uk. Wandsworth Council Community Hub Tel: 0208 871 6555 Email: covid19support@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk Wandsworth Council have a number of grants available to apply for from support paying energy bills to purchasing white goods - www.wandsworth.gov.uk/housing/benefits-and-support/discretionary-support-grants/apply-for-a-community-care-grant/ If you need someone to talk to you can call: Samaritans Tel: 116 123 OR Silverline: Tel: 0800 470 80 90MARSHA DE CORDOVA MP House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA Marsha.decordova.mp@parliament.uk Marshadecordova.co.uk 020 7219 0209Copyright © 2020 Member of Parliament for Battersea, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have emailed my office in the past. Our mailing address is: Member of Parliament for BatterseaHouse Of Commons, Parliamentary Press Gallery, Houses Of Parliament London, SW1A 0AAUnited Kingdom Add us to your address book

Just received this letter from my MP with comment on the conflict of interest response which I apparently failed to understand.

Exactly, at least he replied but the same old hokum. I laughed at his comment re ‘constructive criticism’ from labour it’s starting to look like the Scottish administration, the whole lot of them a cosy wee cabal of incompetents. Career politicians on mass.

Mickey - A slightly better response than most, still banging on with the Govt. narrative and forever aware of the future and a possible return for Labour, words are cheap. Nice for you Mickey to have a reply put together with more thought than to date. Thank you for your hard work.

Another reply from abstainee:

Re: Coronavirus Act (Case Ref: BB74891)

Inbox

Ben Bradshaw <ben.bradshaw.mp@parliament.uk>

5:10 PM (14 minutes ago)

to me

Dear Michael,

Thank you for your email regarding the Coronavirus Act.

As I am sure you can appreciate, as you do not live in my constituency, you are not a constituent of mine. However, please find below the response that I have given constituents raising similar concerns.

Presented by the Government with a highly unsatisfactory all-or-nothing decision, you are right to note that the Labour Party did not oppose extension of these emergency measures last week, in the sole interest of keeping the public safe, halting the spread of the virus and protecting our NHS.

The shadow Home Secretary, Nick Thomas-Symonds MP, led Labour’s response in the Coronavirus Act 2020 (Review of Temporary Provisions) debate, and I echo his message to the Government that things cannot go on as they are. Announcements about measures have been made overnight, with no proper notice and no proper power of review, and Government Ministers have appeared on national media with absolutely no idea of what the rules are.

As you may be aware, my colleague and Labour’s shadow health secretary, Jonathan Ashworth MP, has repeatedly raised concerns about the two-year sunset clause in the absence of regular reviews and called for parliamentary votes on the renewal or revocation of the Bill (now Act) at regular intervals. As he says, “it is important that various measures in the Bill, some interfering with liberties and others deregulating standards, may be turned on and off.” His full statement, and involvement in the Second Reading can be found here: https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2020-03-23/debates/F4D06B4F-56CD-4B60-8306-BAB6D78AC7CF/CoronavirusBill.

Throughout this crisis, the Labour Party has led constructive opposition to this Conservative Government. There has been a catalogue of failings since March and the Labour Party has routinely called for clarity and consistency from Boris Johnson and his Government.

Sir Graham Brady’s tabled amendment to the renewal of the Coronavirus Act would have forced greater parliamentary scrutiny on any restrictions imposed and would require the Government to subject any changes to a debate and vote before it can be enforced. I and my colleagues in the Labour Party would have supported this amendment if it had been selected by the Speaker, and I am deeply disappointed at the compromise the Tory rebels came to with the Government. It is a meaningless non-concession, and these powers for a debate and vote only apply to ‘significant national measures’ and commits only to consult Parliament ‘wherever possible’. If you follow me on Twitter, you may be aware that I made clear my dismay at this outcome at the time:

https://twitter.com/BenPBradshaw/status/1311314545319841792?s=20

https://twitter.com/BenPBradshaw/status/1311318406218555392?s=20

More immediately, it is imperative that the Government sets out a comprehensive roadmap this winter in order to ensure that the strategy of localised lockdowns works more effectively than it has been doing. We are at a critical point in this crisis, and it is crucial that such severe restrictions on people’s liberty are be subjected to immediate parliamentary and democratic scrutiny, not months after they have been first enforced.

I can assure you that I will continue to work with my colleagues to ensure that this legislation remains in place only for as long as necessary, and that any emergency measures are in the public interest.

With very best wishes,

Ben Bradshaw MP

This time Dominic Raab dodging the questions.

FW: Why did you abstain from voting to Extend the Coronavirus Act 2020 ? RILEY, Ian <ian.riley@parliament.uk> to me Dear Mike, Thank you for your message. Unfortunately, Parliamentary protocol means that MPs are only able to respond to their own constituents, in this case the residents of Esher and Walton. Whilst this means that Dominic is unfortunately unable to respond to you, I will certainly ensure he is made aware of your concerns. With best wishes, Ian Riley Senior Caseworker to the Rt. Hon. Dominic Raab Member of Parliament for Esher and Walton

One more cop-out response:

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Re: Why did you abstain from voting to Extend the Coronavirus Act 2020 ? (Case Ref: SF3705) Stephen Flynn MP to me Dear Mr Georcellin Thank you for your email. Unfortunately, I am unable to provide a full response due to strict parliamentary protocol dictating that MPs must only assist those in their constituency, noting that you reside in Reading, England. I would therefore suggest contacting your own MP should you wish to discuss the Bill further. You can find out who your MP is by using the following website – https://members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP Kind regards, Stephen Stephen Flynn MP for Aberdeen South

Another cop-out reply:

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Re: Why did you abstain from voting to Extend the Coronavirus Act 2020 ? (Case Ref: KO5061)

Inbox

Kirsten Oswald MP

to me

Dear Mr Geocerllin

Thank you for contacting the office of Kirsten Oswald MP.

I’m afraid as you are not a constituent, Kirsten is unable to progress this case.

Kind regards

Carolyn

Office of Kirsten Oswald MP

Member of Parliament for East Renfrewshire

Telephone: 0141-648-8822

COVID-19 GUIDANCE:

For specific updates on local restrictions, please check here.

Stay safe, protect others, save lives.

· Face coverings in crowded places

· Avoid crowded places

· Clean hands and surfaces regularly

· Two-metre social distancing from other people

· Self-isolate and book a test if you have COVID-19 symptoms.

The latest public health advice about COVID-19 can be found at www.nhsinform.scot/coronavirus

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Thank you

That's an excellent letter. I hope it will be sent to my local MP to add to the letters I have already sent challenging the PCR test etc.