“47. (1) it shall be out of order to anticipate a Bill by discussion upon a motion dealing with the subject matter of that Bill.

(2) It shall be out of order to anticipate a Bill or notice of motion by discussion upon an amendment, or a motion for the adjournment of the Assembly.

(3) In determining whether discussion is out of order on the grounds of anticipation, regard shall be had by the Chair to the probability of the matter anticipated being brought before the Assembly with reasonable time.”

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