I have this comment to make, whether it is a point of order or a response to one.
I know there was an unusually high number of requests for unanimous consent motions after question period for today. All but one were denied. I would like to bring attention to a few quotes from chair occupants with regard to this process.
This is from May 17, 2019:
It is known to be common practice of the House to use the unanimous consent motion approach when there is known agreement among parties for the acceptance of these motions.
This is one from May 27, 2019:
As Speaker, I am confident that members still expect the process of unanimous consent to be used for its rightful purpose and in the manner in which it was intended, including ensuring that the necessary consultations take place prior to these requests being raised in the House....
Finally, this is from June 3, 2019:
[W]e expect in fact there will be consent because the member consulted all the parties and has received that consent.
I encourage members to bear this in mind before seeking unanimous consent for a motion.
Perhaps this subject could also be discussed by the House leaders at their meeting this afternoon.