Standing Order 6(3): Recalling the Council
Procedure and Privileges Committee (Council)· 4 December 2018general_report
The Procedure and Privileges Committee reviewed a proposed amendment to Standing Order 6(3) regarding recalling the Legislative Council. The amendment would have allowed an absolute majority of members to recall the Council. The committee ultimately decided against recommending the proposed change, finding insufficient justification for its adoption at this time.
Impact
The decision maintains the existing process for recalling the Legislative Council, primarily controlled by the Leader of the House. This affects all members of the Legislative Council and potentially the broader public, as it relates to the Council's ability to respond to urgent matters.
public_sectorStanding Order 6(3)Legislative Councilrecallparliamentprocedureprivilegesamendmentabsolute majorityLeader of the Houseadjournment
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