Let us deal with the first item first.
If members are having conversations, it would be good to take them outside of the chamber. Some voices do carry more than others, and they can be heard. Also, some people's hearing is much better than others, and they can hear conversations being had much more clearly.
Now, with respect to the other item, I do not think that the member misled the House. I am certain that she is well aware of her age. If she wishes to disclose it in the House, she is free to do so, or not. Of course, members cannot do indirectly what they cannot do directly.
I just want to remind the hon. member for Drummond, who referred to lying, that members cannot use that word when speaking about another member. Even if he wants to make a joke to a member of his own political party, I urge the member to make sure that he does not use that word, in case it leads to disorder in the House.
That said, I invite the hon. member for Beauharnois—Salaberry—Soulanges—Huntingdon to continue her speech.
