House of Assembly - Fifty-Third Parliament, Second Session (53-2)
2017-07-05 Daily Xml

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Parliamentary Procedure

Standing Orders Suspension

The Hon. J.W. WEATHERILL (Cheltenham—Premier) (14:05): I move:

That standing and sessional orders be and remain so far suspended as to enable me move a motion on the state budget without notice forthwith.

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

An honourable member: Yes, sir.

The SPEAKER: I put the motion.

Motion carried.

The Hon. J.W. WEATHERILL (Cheltenham—Premier) (14:06): I move:

That the time allotted for debate be an hour in lieu of question time.

Motion carried.