CR.RP.13

13. (1) Unless otherwise directed by the Chairman, notice of every motion accompanied by a copy of the motion shall be given at least three clear days before the day on which the motion is to be moved in the Assembly.

(2) Every notice required by these rules shall be given in writing addressed to the Secretary and signed by the member giving notice and shall be left at the Notice Office, which shall be open for the purpose between the hours of 11 AM. and 5 P.M.

(3) Notices left when the office is closed shall be treated as given on the next open day.

(4) Where three clear days’ notice of a motion has been given, the Secretary shall send a copy of the motion to the members at least two clear days before the day on which it is to be moved; and in other cases, he shall send a copy to them as soon as possible after notice has been received.

(5) No notice shall be required-

(a) for a motion for an adjournment of the Assembly:

(b) for a motion for adjournment of the consideration of the motion which is under discussion;

(c) for a motion for reference back to a committee:

(d) for a motion that the Assembly do resolve itself into committee of the whole; or

(e) for a motion which, in the opinion of the Chairman, is of urgent and vital importance.