Tony Smith (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

The Manager of Opposition Business on a point of order? Just before I call the Manager of Opposition Business, members need to cease interjecting or I'm going to take severe action. The Manager of Opposition Business—and I'm not criticising him here—insists quite rightly that I listen to every word that's said to ensure it complies with the standing orders. It doesn't help the House, the dignity of the House or its operation, frankly, for there to be a wall of uncontrollable interjections. The Manager of Opposition Business on a point of order.

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