The Lord Bishop of Ely was introduced. Questions covered Energy Efficiency; Gulf War Illnesses; the dual role played by Des Browne MP as Secretary of State for both Defence and Scotland; and promoting respect internationally for UN conventions on human rights. The House then returned to its consideration at Committee Stage of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill.

In the dinner break there was a Question for Short Debate on Liverpool; the European Capital of Culture 2008. The House adjourned at 9.56pm.

The Dormant Bank and Building Society Accounts Bill was considered in Grand Committee from 3.30pm to 7.05pm. It was adjourned until 3.30pm on December 11th.