Business Statement

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A statement setting out forthcoming parliamentary business and scheduling.

Category: Parliamentary documents and sources Parliamentary procedure

Also used as: business statements

Source / explainer: Browse the UK Parliament glossary

Last reviewed: 3 August 2026

A business statement is a statement to the House setting out forthcoming parliamentary business, including debates, bills, and other scheduled proceedings. It helps members understand how time in the chamber will be used and may prompt questions or criticism about the government’s handling of parliamentary time.

Related terms

Business QuestionsQuestions to the Leader of the House about forthcoming Commons business.Future BusinessParliamentary business scheduled or provisionally listed for later sitting days.Government BusinessParliamentary business arranged by the Government, usually taking priority in the Commons.Leader of the House of CommonsThe government minister responsible for organising government business in the Commons.Parliamentary TimetableThe planned order and timing of parliamentary business.
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