28. With the leave of the Presiding Officer and with the indulgence of the Assembly, a member may make a personal explanation of not more than five minutes duration at the time appointed under Standing Order No. 18 (Order of Business) although there is no question before the Assembly, but no controversial matter may be brought forward nor may any debate arise upon the explanation.
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