Ruling
January 27, 1975
Specific industry; other opportunity for debate
Hon. James Jerome
Speaker of the House
Ruling Text
While the problem is clearly one of deep concern, it relates specifically to one industry although, in fact, it is part of a larger problem, namely the general economic condition of the country. This subject has been before the House more or less since the Parliament began.
To allow discussion on the issue would create a precedent. To debate similar problems in other industries, such as textiles, could lead to considerable interruptions in the regular schedule of business in the House.
If there is insufficient opportunity to discuss this serious matter through regular channels, there is still the opportunity to debate it during opposition days.
Edit Metadata
Holding
"A request for an emergency debate on a specific industry's problems is denied as it is part of a broader economic issue and can be addressed during other scheduled opportunities, such as opposition days."
AI Summary
The Speaker denied a request for an emergency debate concerning a specific industry, citing the availability of opposition days for such discussions.
AI Analysis
- Outcome
- Denied
- Tone
- Neutral
- Procedural Stage
- Request for Emergency Debate
- Significance
Low
High