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Committee of Privileges

The Committee of Privileges is appointed to consider specific matters relating to privileges referred to it by the House. The scope of any inquiry comprises all matters relevant to the matter referred.

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Many sessions are open to the public and shown live on Parliament’s site.

Who is on it

MemberPartyRole
Alberto CostaConservativeChair
Anna SabineLiberal DemocratMember
Dr Neil Shastri-HurstConservativeMember
Gareth SnellLabourMember
Gill FurnissLabourMember
James AsserLabourMember
Paula BarkerLabourMember

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Source: Committees API · Updated 4 Oct 2026