Scott Ryan (President) Share this | Hansard source

And on that point: if I'm being asked to order the minister to go to explain the differences, I think that is going to the content of an answer. However, to be directly relevant—

Senator Wong interjecting—

Let me finish, please, Senator Wong. To be directly relevant, because it was a tightly-worded question, the minister must speak about the new scheme. But I can't direct the minister to answer about the content or the type of answer, which is when you're asking about differences. The minister can be directly relevant—

Senator Wong interjecting—

Well, Senator Wong, I'm listening very carefully. I will admit this is not an area of policy where I am as aware of the details as others in the chamber, but I am listening very carefully. I've allowed you to restate the question and I have made my ruling. Senator Ruston, you have 23 seconds remaining.