Sharon Bird (Cunningham, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

I appreciate that, but the member has sought leave and I am seeking an indication from you as to whether leave is granted for the member to speak for a second time without closing the debate. I indicated that I am not going to allow a debate on the issue. The normal process is that leave is sought. The polite arrangements behind that are a matter for members of the House. I am, as the chair, merely seeking advice as to whether leave is granted for the member to speak a second time without closing the debate.

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