Most recent appearances in parliament
If this MP has contributed more than once to a debate, only one speech is shown.
- Holidays (Transfer of Public Holidays) Amendment Bill - Second Reading (26 Sep 2008)
Speech expand: "I do not intend to take a long call; this is a very straightforward bill. I think it is fair to say that this matter was overlooked when the Holidays Act went through the House some 3 or 4 years ago. I agree with the latter part of Kate Wilkinson’s speech, ..."
- Government Superannuation Fund Amendment Bill - First Reading (24 Sep 2008)
Speech: "I raise a point of order, Madam Speaker."
- Electricity (Continuance of Supply) Amendment Bill - First Reading (24 Sep 2008)
Speech expand: "I am going to take a short call. I assure the Chair that I do not want to trifle with her, but I would like to respond briefly to some comments that Dr Nick Smith made in terms of solar energy. It will take 1 minute at the maximum. What he told us tonight is ..."
- Privilege - Consideration of Report of Privileges Committee, Members’ Pecuniary Interests—Gifts and Donations (23 Sep 2008)
Speech expand: "I raise a point of order, Madam Speaker. At the conclusion of this debate we will take a vote, and it is a very serious issue, to my mind. As you are well aware, I wrote to you and asked that it be a personal vote, in the interests of justice. You declined ..."
- Public Transport Management Bill - Third Reading (11 Sep 2008)
Speech expand: "During the term of this Parliament, New Zealand First, when it comes to transport, has had a very good working relationship with the Minister of Transport and the two Associate Ministers. I would say that it has been a first-class relationship when it has ..."