Parliamentary Procedure

Sittings and Business

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (Treasurer) (17:01): With the agreement of the Opposition Whip and crossbenchers, I am advised, I move:

That the standing orders be so far suspended as to enable members' statements on matters of interest to be postponed and taken into consideration on the next day of sitting.

Motion carried.

The PRESIDENT: I note the absolute majority.