Motions — Privileges Committee Proceedings—Hon Dr Nick Smith
I seek leave to move, as a non-debatable motion, members’ motion No. 3 in my name, “That this House instruct the Privileges Committee to monitor the proceedings against Hon Dr Nick Smith in respect of alleged contempt of the Family Court so as to ensure that the freedom of speech of members of this House is fully protected …”—
💬 Mr SPEAKER: Leave is sought to move that motion without debate.
💬 Gordon Copeland: I raise a point of order, Mr Speaker.
💬 Mr SPEAKER: No, leave is either granted or not granted. Is there any objection? There is.
I support the motion proposed by Stephen Franks because it is the view of United Future that it is a matter of importance. I seek leave for the matter to be debated by the House.
💬 Mr SPEAKER: Leave is sought for the matter to be debated by the House. Is there any objection? There is.
🗣️ Spoke in this debate (2)
- Gordon Copeland (United Future New Zealand — List Member)
- Stephen Franks (ACT New Zealand — List Member)