August 12, 1988
Hon. John Fraser
Interference with Members—intimidation and immunity: alleged attempt to intimidate a Member by distribution and publication of a press release containing false information
The Speaker: On Thursday, July 14, 1988 the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue claimed that her privileges as a Member had been breached in relation to a press release...
The Speaker ruled that a false press release about a Member is a matter for the courts, not a breach of parliamentary privilege, unless it clearly obstructs their duties.