Order of Business amendments
Senators Nash and Norris debated an amendment to bring forward statements on defence matters, but the seconding was not agreed. The chair and others exchanged brief procedural remarks before the Leader replied.
Yes, but I wish to move an amendment to the Order of Business which Senator Nash will second. First, I am not aware of the decision of the Supreme Court in London but I gather it is positive and I very much welcome that. I have never been anything but greatly averse to the IRA and all its doings, but Pat Finucane was a professional man going about his professional responsibilities in representing citizens. He was murdered by a collection of loyalist thugs. Of course there should be a proper, full inquiry into this.
I propose an amendment to the Order of Business, that we take statements on defence matters from 3 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. and the Judicial Appointments Commission Bill from 4.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Comment on this
It is a pity Senator Coghlan is not here.