Katy Gallagher (ACT, Australian Labor Party, Minister for the Public Service) Share this | Hansard source

Earlier, we had a ruling from Acting Deputy President Sharma, as the chair, about the standing orders, where a speech impugns the reputation of the Governor-General. It was on this exact point. Senator Roberts was required to withdraw, and I would suggest Senator Whitten do the same.

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: In the spirit of cooperation, if you wouldn't mind withdrawing, that would be excellent.