Review of the Standing Orders relating to Motions on Notice
Procedure and Privileges Committee (Council)· 6 November 2018review_report
The WA Legislative Council's Procedure and Privileges Committee reviewed Standing Orders relating to Motions on Notice, aiming to modernise procedures. The report recommends temporary orders for the 2019 sittings, including changes to speaking times and a quota system for allocating motion opportunities to different political groups.
Impact
All members of the WA Legislative Council, particularly private members and smaller political groups, will be affected. The changes aim to increase the number of motions considered and improve member participation in debates.
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