THREE-LINE WHIP


Meaning of THREE-LINE WHIP in English

n

a written notice sent by the Whips in the main British political parties to tell their Members of Parliament that they must attend a particular debate and vote according to the wishes of their party leader. The instructions have three lines marked under them to show that they are very urgent.

➡ note at Parliament .

Oxford guide to British and American culture English vocabulary.      Руководство по британской и американской культуре, Оксфордский английский словарь.