Standing Orders Review
Procedure and Privileges Committee (Council)· 27 September 2012review_report
This WA parliamentary committee report reviews the Standing Orders of the Legislative Council, proposing amendments to improve the proper and orderly transaction of business. Key recommendations include changes to time limits for speeches, clarification on handling incomplete business items, and adjustments to rules regarding sub judice matters and petitions. The report also addresses the protection of journalists' sources.
Impact
Members of the Legislative Council, journalists, corporations, and the general public are affected by these changes to parliamentary procedure.
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