House debates Pensions and Benefits

Thursday, 14 May 2009 House of Representatives

Peter Slipper

Peter Slipper Fisher, Liberal Party

Before we proceed to the next item of business I understand that the honourable member for Bendigo may be seeking indulgence.

Steve Gibbons

Steve Gibbons Bendigo, Australian Labor Party

Thank you.

Ms Anna Burke

Ms Anna Burke Deputy-Speaker

On that basis, I will grant indulgence.

Steve Gibbons

Steve Gibbons Bendigo, Australian Labor Party

11:53 am

Last night in the adjournment debate I spoke about a pension increase matter as a result of the budget. It is an issue that I feel very deeply about. I understand that some of the comments I made in that speech may have caused some offence. I regret any offence that may have been caused.