Interference with Member's office: office moved in Member's absence and without his consent

Hon. John Fraser

Speaker of the House

Ruling Text

The Speaker:

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AI Summary

The Speaker addressed a Question of Privilege concerning the unauthorized movement of a Member's office, ruling that such interference with facilities impedes parliamentary duties.

AI Analysis

Holding

"The unauthorized movement of a Member's office facilities without consent constitutes interference with the Member's ability to perform their duties, requiring administrative review and corrective action."

Outcome: Other
Tone: Neutral
Procedural Stage: Routine Proceedings
Significance

AI Keywords

prima facie obstruction contempt interference administrative error Member's office Member's rights Parliamentary Privilege facilities

Cited Authorities

House of Commons Procedure and Practice

Tags & Keywords

#Privilege #Question of Privilege