Malcolm Turnbull (Wentworth, Liberal Party, Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

I thank the honourable member for his question. It is self-evident that in a parliament or a House of Representatives with a government with a majority of one, individual members who choose not to vote in accordance with the decisions of the majority of the party room have the ability to prevent legislation being carried. That is the practical reality of the situation. That is why, since the party meeting last week, we've been engaging with members to discuss their concerns and ensure that we can deliver support for the government's policies on the floor of the House.

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