Standing Orders Suspension

The Hon. D.C. VAN HOLST PELLEKAAN (Stuart—Deputy Premier, Minister for Energy and Mining) (14:00): I move without notice:

That standing orders be so far suspended today 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: There being an absolute majority present, I accept the motion.

Motion carried.