Ruling
June 3, 1981
Issue not urgent; other opportunities for debate
Hon. Jeanne Sauvé
Speaker of the House
Ruling Text
Despite the issue's importance, and a certain element of urgency, the problem is one of continuing concern, since increases occur periodically in the price of petroleum products and in the taxes on such products. Furthermore, "the tabling of notices of Ways and Means, [as] the first step in the legislative process, allows for ample debate". As the House is presently in a supply period during which two days a week are reserved for the Opposition, Members will have an opportunity to discuss a subject of their choice.
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Holding
"The request for an emergency debate is denied as the issue is a continuing concern rather than a sudden crisis, and ample opportunities for debate are available through other parliamentary procedures."
AI Summary
The Speaker denied a request for an emergency debate on petroleum prices, citing the ongoing nature of the issue and the availability of other debate opportunities.
AI Analysis
- Outcome
- Denied
- Tone
- Educational
- Procedural Stage
- Supply
- Significance
Low
High