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OTTAWA - Any attempt to intimidate a senator while in the process of fulfilling their duties is a breach of their privilege, even if the effort is ultimately unsuccessful, the Speaker of the Senate ruled Tuesday.
Conservative senators dismissed the amendment as another effort to block the contentious legislation. Sen. Don Plett, the leader of the opposition in the Upper House, described the proposal as “a delay tactic.”
Plett said he became angry and lost his temper on Nov. 9 after debate was halted on Conservative-backed bill
Conservative Sen. Don Plett apologized Thursday after two female senators accused him of physical intimidation and verbal harassment in the Senate chamber during debate on a carbon pricing bill earlier this month.
Sen. Bernadette Clement received one call that saw her leave her home over concerns for her safety.