[paperclip]

What does the speaker think is the point to the Liberal Democrat question time thread if they are unable to answer questions regarding their political philosophy. Indeed, whilst other parties have answered the same questions without resorting to personal attacks, ad hom's and ignoring the question.

Mr Speaker, i move that the Liberal Democrat question time thread be merged with the Monster-Raving Loony Party thread in order to assist individuals with a fence so far up their rear it extends to their brain in answering intelligent questions.

[Morgsie]

I urge the Speaker to ignore the question. It does not make sense in practical terms to merge the ask a Lib Dem thread with ask a MRLP.

[Birchington]

(Original post by paperclip)
What does the speaker think is the point to the Liberal Democrat question time thread if they are unable to answer questions regarding their political philosophy. Indeed, whilst other parties have answered the same questions without resorting to personal attacks, ad hom's and ignoring the question.

Mr Speaker, i move that the Liberal Democrat question time thread be merged with the Monster-Raving Loony Party thread in order to assist individuals with a fence so far up their rear it extends to their brain in answering intelligent questions.

A ridiculous idea. You'll find myself and other party members have given answers to a multitude of questions on both personal ideology and policy. The fact you haven't asked a question of us is probably why you're not getting a reply.

[paperclip]

(Original post by Birchington)
A ridiculous idea. You'll find myself and other party members have given answers to a multitude of questions on both personal ideology and policy. The fact you haven't asked a question of us is probably why you're not getting a reply.

Can liberal democrats not read?

JPKC: "can you explain how the inequal rights that monarchy entails are reconciled with your party's ostensible liberalism?"

Me: Do you believe the lack of a solid liberal democrat consensus against the monarchy undermines the core principles of a liberal democracy that your party strive for?

[Birchington]

(Original post by paperclip)
Can liberal democrats not read?

JPKC: "can you explain how the inequal rights that monarchy entails are reconciled with your party's ostensible liberalism?"

Me: Do you believe the lack of a solid liberal democrat consensus against the monarchy undermines the core principles of a liberal democracy that your party strive for?

As you know, I'm a republican. You're best to QFA the monarchists you wish to speak to directly in case they have not seen your questions.

[tehFrance]

(Original post by Morgsie)
I urge the Speaker to ignore the question. It does not make sense in practical terms to merge the ask a Lib Dem thread with ask a MRLP.

But the LibDems are now the new MRLP so it does make sense...

[Birchington]

(Original post by tehFrance)
But the LibDems are now the new MRLP so it does make sense...

A stealthy plot to replace Nick Clegg with Howling Laud Hope or Cat Mandu.

[Metrobeans]

(Original post by obi_adorno_kenobi)
Ha, well you won't have seen his private dressing downs. T&J is a Liberal Democrat through and through and the one thing Liberal Democrats always do is stab people in the back.

I'm not as short tempered as you!

IIRC, this revolved around allegations of him protecting one particular member of the Lib Dems. I believe T&J had words with him also, but putting that aside, I do sometimes wonder if in fact your bias against the Liberal Democrats is clouding your judgement. The member could have been of any party and T&J's actions would have been the same. But as it was an ex Lib Dem Speaker appearing to protect a Lib Dem leader, it seemed like bias to you. What I think would have been worse is if Thunder and Jazz had picked up on that and ignored his instincts on what would have been the best and fairest course of action for fear of what it looked like.

Btw, in response to the posts about my impartiality in response to Birchington, I can see how it might have appeared that way, but really the inconsistency in the application of the rule was down to my earlier ignorance, stupidity and inexperience!

[Morgsie]

How do I do Fields?

[Metrobeans]

(Original post by Morgsie)
How do I do Fields?

You use the field tags.

So:

[field=This is the title of the field]This is the content within the field[/field]

will produce:

This is the title of the field

This is the content within the field

[Morgsie]

Is there any procedures regarding Emergency Motions?

I want to get a Motion on the Floor ASAP in response to the latest violence in Syria

[Metrobeans]

(Original post by Morgsie)
Is there any procedures regarding Emergency Motions?

I want to get a Motion on the Floor ASAP in response to the latest violence in Syria

There isn't a procedure regarding emergency motions. They are posted in the order they are received.

[rachie22]

Mr Speaker,

A few questions:

1) How do you become an MP?
2) And when is the next General Election?
3) How do the campaigns work?
4) How do you become a party leader?

Thanks

[JPKC]

(Original post by rachie22)
Mr Speaker,

A few questions:

1) How do you become an MP?
2) And when is the next General Election?
3) How do the campaigns work?
4) How do you become a party leader?

Thanks

1) You join a party and get selected for a seat, or you win a seat independently in a general (or by-) election.
2) When the PM calls it. It has to be before Septemberish I think.
3) All parties/candidates decide on and submit a manifesto (see the Guidance Document for more details)!
4) Varies depending on the Party. For instance, the Socialist Party doesn't have a leader.

(I'm not the Speaker btw. Just a helpful citizen.)

[rachie22]

(Original post by JPKC)
1) You join a party and get selected for a seat, or you win a seat independently in a general (or by-) election.
2) When the PM calls it. It has to be before Septemberish I think.
3) All parties/candidates decide on and submit a manifesto (see the Guidance Document for more details)!
4) Varies depending on the Party. For instance, the Socialist Party doesn't have a leader.

(I'm not the Speaker btw. Just a helpful citizen.)

your help and answers are appreciated. thank you.

[MacDaddi]

(Original post by rachie22)
your help and answers are appreciated. thank you.

In other parties, the leaders are elected in in-party votes.

What party do you plan on joining?

[RoryS]

(Original post by rachie22)
Mr Speaker,

A few questions:

1) How do you become an MP?
2) And when is the next General Election?
3) How do the campaigns work?
4) How do you become a party leader?

Thanks

Welcome to TSR & the MHoC.

Just to let you know, if you're interested, TSR Labour will be electing a reserve deputy leader soon (as a stand-in for when the Leader or deputy leader is absent). However, I'd suggest being an MP for a short while before putting yourself up for party leader/deputy leader.

Have a great time - always good to see new members with us! (like me a few months ago)

[Morgsie]

(Original post by rachie22)
your help and answers are appreciated. thank you.

If you want to join the TSR Lib Dem's, please PM me.

I hope you enjoy your time here.

[MacDaddi]

(Original post by RoryS)
Welcome to TSR & the MHoC.

Just to let you know, if you're interested, TSR Labour will be electing a reserve deputy leader soon (as a stand-in for when the Leader or deputy leader is absent). However, I'd suggest being an MP for a short while before putting yourself up for party leader/deputy leader.

Have a great time - always good to see new members with us! (like me a few months ago)

I'ma relative noob. Been here for 7 months, been MP 2 terms and Deputy Leader of the 3rd biggest party. (In the election anyway )

[RoryS]

(Original post by MacCuishy)
I'ma relative noob. Been here for 7 months, been MP 2 terms and Deputy Leader of the 3rd biggest party. (In the election anyway )

Yeah, I suppose timing isn't the main issue in the MHoC, but it's just a bit of advice for someone who's new to politics.

I believe you should get used to the consitutition, writing bills/motions etc before assisting leading a party as it means that you'll perform better when you receive a leadership role.