Before Senator Kirby was recognized to speak, His Honour the Speaker pointedly advised the house, that if Senator Kirby speaks at this time, his speech will have the effect of closing the debate.
Avant que la parole ne soit accordée au sénateur Kirby, Votre Honneur a clairement informé la Chambre que, si le sénateur Kirby prenait alors la parole, cela aurait pour effet de clôre le débat.