Mark Gerretsen on Government Business No. 9—Changes to the Standing Orders

In the House of Commons on April 27th, 2026. See this statement in context.

Government Business No. 9—Changes to the Standing OrdersGovernment Orders

April 27th, 2026 / 6:50 p.m.

Liberal

Mark Gerretsen Liberal Kingston and the Islands, ON

Mr. Speaker, the member is absolutely correct, and it is not unique to Canada. It is the practice we have had in Westminster Parliaments throughout the world. Having a majority on committees needs to be reflected if a party has a majority in the House of Commons.

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