House debates

Tuesday, 17 June 2008

Matters of Public Importance

Economy

Photo of Harry JenkinsHarry Jenkins (Speaker) Share this | | Hansard source

I have received a letter from the honourable member for Wentworth proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely:

The Government’s failure to address cost of living and other economic pressures faced by Australians and the consequent collapse in consumer and business confidence.

I call upon those members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places.

More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—

7:01 pm

Photo of Kate EllisKate Ellis (Adelaide, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Youth and Sport) Share this | | Hansard source

I move:

That the business of the day be called on.

Question agreed to.