COMMITTEES › Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
Senator HANSON-YOUNG (South Australia) (19:12): Senator Rennick is seeking leave to make a statement, not to have the vote recommitted because he's changed his mind. Senator Rennick interjecting— Senator Ruston: He hasn't changed his mind. Honourable senators interjecting— Senator Ruston: Well, he would like to make that statement to do it. Honourable senators interjecting— The ACTING DEPUTY PRESIDENT: If I could have order, please. In line with how this chamber does operate, it is customary for a senator in Senator Rennick's position to be given leave to make such a statement in relation to a vote that had happened previously, especially as it may lead to a recommittal that may be sought. So I'm in the hands of the chamber. Just so that everybody is aware—Senator McKim, I'll come to you in a moment—once Senator Rennick has given his explanation, it will then be up to the Senate to decide whether there will be a recommittal. This is in line with the custom of the Senate over many years. Senator McKim, you were seeking the call.