Could I have some clarifications?
I would need to understand a bit more something about the Standing Orders, because I don't understand exactly how this motion can actually be in order in this committee.
I will once again read the quote from O'Brien and Bosc that my colleague read. On page 1018, it says: “The Standing Orders specifically exclude a non-member from voting, moving motions or being counted for purposes of a quorum.” My understanding is that it is up to the House of Commons and the Speaker to amend the Standing Orders. It is not our committee's responsibility. I don't see how our committee could pass a motion that violates the already established Standing Orders. Could someone tell me?
I really don't understand how this is in order if you read the Standing Orders right now. I would need clarification on that before we vote, because if you read the Standing Orders correctly, I don't think we should be voting on this.