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January 24, 1966
Since it would be exceedingly difficult, if not impossible, for the Chair to examine each bill at this time, it is suggested that the House follow the procedure agreed upon in each of the past...
The Speaker proposed using unanimous consent to give all Private Members' Bills first reading and deferring the procedural review to a later stage.
June 30, 1943
Indication had been given that arguments would be made, and notice confirming that indication had been received by the Speaker's office. It is unreasonable to maintain that despite the interval...
The Speaker ruled that a Member's words constituted an unparliamentary direct charge against another Member, violating Standing Order 35.
December 10, 1912
Based upon a number of precedents, there are two possible remedies; either to obtain another recommendation amending the preceding resolution or to delete the inconsistent provisions of the bill....
The Speaker denied a point of order, ruling that a formal discrepancy between a bill and its Ways and Means resolution did not require the bill to be withdrawn.
Date Unknown
The Speaker: I am quite familiar with the argument the hon. Member is making. I recall making a similar one myself at one time or another. I am very sympathetic to the plight he describes, but...
The Speaker ruled that the government's failure to answer written questions in a timely manner is not a valid question of privilege because the Chair lacks the power to compel an answer.