Parliamentary Procedure

Standing Orders Suspension

The Hon. D.C. VAN HOLST PELLEKAAN (Stuart—Minister for Energy and Mining) (11:01): I move:

That standing orders be so far suspended up to and including Thursday 9 September to enable ministers and members to speak and conduct business from any seat within the chamber and the Speaker's gallery, and that members of the Legislative Council be prohibited from admission to the Speaker's gallery.

The SPEAKER: I have counted the house and, as an absolute majority is present, I accept the motion. Is it seconded?

Honourable members: Yes, sir.

The SPEAKER: I put the question at once.

Motion carried.