Speaker’s Statements — Microphones in Chamber—Fault

Before I call Dr Mapp, I report back to the House and thank Mr Henare for raising the issue about sound. The matter was being actioned before the member even sat down. I hope it is better now. Members are entitled to hear proceedings as they go on, but I would also ask members to speak as closely as they can to the microphone and into a line with the microphone. That would help members. If there is a little less talking going on, that may also help. I thank Mr Henare for raising the issue.