“40. (1) A motion may be withdrawn, at the request of the mover, after it has been moved by leave of the Assembly, before the question is fully put thereon, if there is no dissentient voice.

(2) A motion so withdrawn may not be moved again within twelve months from the date of withdrawal.

(3) If an amendment has been proposed to a motion, the original motion cannot be withdrawn until the amendment has been disposed of.”

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Purpose

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Election of Presiding Officer

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Election of Chief Secretary and Deputy Chief Secretary

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Appointment of a Minority Leader

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Appointment of Councillors

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Election of Deputy Presiding Officer

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Procedure for Election

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General Authority of the Presiding Officer