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 23 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: An absolute majority is not present, ring the bells.

A quorum having been formed:

The SPEAKER: An absolute majority is present, I accept the motion. Is it seconded?

An honourable member: Yes, sir.

Motion carried.