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Standing Order 73 - Time Limits on Speeches

Procedure and Privileges Committee (Council)· 26 September 2002general_report

The WA Procedure and Privileges Committee reviewed Standing Order 73 regarding time limits on speeches in Parliament. The committee proposed amendments to limit speaking times, including abolishing unlimited time for certain members. An opposition counter-proposal sought to retain unlimited time for key speakers during second reading debates, which was partially accepted. The committee recommends changes to SO 73, including extended time for debates on suspending standing orders.

Impact

Members of Parliament will be affected by the changes to speaking time limits. The public may be indirectly affected through the efficiency of parliamentary debates. The Leader of the Opposition's speaking rights are specifically addressed.

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