SNP MPs were “plain mean” in preventing Commons staff from watching England’s World Cup knock-out clash with Colombia on Tuesday, Andrea Leadsom has said.

The Commons leader criticised the Scottish Nationalists for their speed in passing through the division lobbies after they forced five votes during the match.

Mrs Leadsom said it was “entirely in order” for the SNP to vote, but condemned them for “staggering” through the lobbies – preventing MPs, doorkeepers and other Commons staff from watching the game.

Votes on motions linked to public spending could only take place from 7pm – the kick-off time for England’s second round tie.

Five votes occurred, including one regarding devolution, and took approximately 66 minutes.

The SNP’s Commons leader Pete Wishart called for the implementation of electronic voting as he raised the issue after Mrs Leadsom delivered the Business Statement.