Today's motion is in substance,
the same as Saturday's motion
and the house has decided the matter.
Today's circumstances are in substance,
the same as Saturday's circumstances.
My ruling, is therefore, that the motion
will not be debate today,
as it would be repetitive and
disorderly to do so.
– Hear hear.
For the benefit of colleagues not
closely familiar with the so called
same question convention, which is
very strong and dates back to 1604,
I will summarise the rationale for it
in a sentence:
it is a necessary rule to ensure
the sensible use of the house's time,
and proper respect for the decisions
that it takes.
– Hear hear.
