Ruling
April 20, 1983
Other opportunities for debate; budget
Hon. Jeanne Sauvé
Speaker of the House
Ruling Text
Since the matter undoubtedly concerns the administrative responsibilities of the Government, it could be discussed in the course of the debate on the Budget, which is to commence today. Moreover, the possibility that the Minister may have breached his oath of office and is therefore no longer able to function in his present capacity is not an urgent matter justifying the adjournment of the House. Such a matter may only be debated "on substantive motion which admits of a distinct vote of the House".
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Holding
"An allegation that a Minister has breached their oath of office is not considered an urgent matter that would justify an emergency debate; it must be raised through a substantive motion or during other scheduled debates."
AI Summary
The Speaker denied a request for an emergency debate on a minister's alleged breach of oath, deeming it not urgent and addressable via other means.
AI Analysis
- Outcome
- Denied
- Tone
- Educational
- Procedural Stage
- Government Orders
- Significance
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High