Letters - A civil, dignified parliament

I WAS watching the debate on Syria in British Parliament via Sky News on Astro recently, in awe.
Everyone, both the ruling and opposition were in serious debate mode and some very relevant points were raised and discussed.
The government ministers admitted their past mistakes in handling foreign crises, which may have contributed to the massive refugee crisis in Europe and the current bloodbath that is taking place in Aleppo. There was no name-calling, racist remarks, sexual innuendoes or just plain shouting. Everyone talked when the speaker allowed their turn and all was conducted in such a civilised manner.
May I urge our MPs to watch the proceedings live on TV and learn a thing or two on how to represent their constituencies in Parliament effectively, civilly and with dignity. There won't be any need for a "lawatan sambil belajar" as one can just watch television in a cheaper way.
What is more glaring is that the British parliament chambers does not have the modern conveniences that the Malaysian Parliament has; they all sit very cramped together and there are no tables to put your belongings and documents.
MPs just have to hold their documents in hand and refer to it as and when they need to. It is also difficult to fall asleep as you are being squeezed in your seat like in low-cost airlines and there is no chance for you to take a quick nap.

R. Krishnan
Kuala Lumpur