single-line whip
(British) A non-binding indication, given to an MP by the MP's superiors, of when a vote is expected to take place, and what outcome the MP's party would like.
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(British) A non-binding indication, given to an MP by the MP's superiors, of when a vote is expected to take place, and what outcome the MP's party would like.
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