1. A subject for discussion provides an opportunity for the House to debate a particular topic without the House being required, at the end of the debate, to take a decision. 2. The wording of a subject for discussion should be limited to identifying the topic, which should be clearly established. The wording determines the scope and focus of the debate. A topic that is too vague or broad will lead to an unstructured general debate. 3. A member proposing such a motion should identify it as a subject for discussion. 4. A motion proposing a subject for discussion also requires prior notice.