Madam Speaker, when I called the question, the member indicated a desire to speak. I said the question had been called. I was not in a position to grant that. I explained that her only option was to challenge the chair, which she did, as is the right of any member. My ruling was upheld by the committee and we proceeded to the vote.
I am not going to comment on the hon. member's motivation for coming to the House like this, but I will just highlight to our Speaker and members that my job as chair is twofold; it is to respect the rights of all members at committee and ensure everyone has the opportunity to speak, but it is also to move business along in a manner that respects the rights of all members. I did that yesterday and certainly stand by my decision.
I hope the Speaker and the desk officers, if necessary, will speak to the committee clerk, since I indicated that this member did not catch my eye or the eye of the clerk of the House of Commons public accounts committee.