Scott Ryan (President) Share this | Hansard source

On the point of order, if I may provide some advice to the chamber, the term 'direct relevance' has narrowed the meaning that was previously allowed, where broad context was allowed in response to an answer. My interpretation of the term 'direct relevance' adopted by the Senate is that that has been narrowed. However, Senator O'Neill, you did restate the last part of the question. I do consider it to be directly relevant for the minister to be talking about the first part of your question, which was the change in government policy, as well. I do consider that to be directly relevant. That answer can be debated after question time if appropriate. Senator Ruston.