Deputy Speaker Dr Aiyna Ali has referred the Opposition Leader to the Committee of Privileges based on a matter of privilege raised by Couva South MP Barry Padarath, following the opposition’s walkout on October 10 and subsequent media release regarding the behaviour of Speaker Jagdeo Singh.

Ali made the announcement on October 17 at the House of Representatives following the Opposition Leader’s contribution to the debate.

She said Padarath’s matter said the release under the banner of the Opposition Leader attempted to bring the independence of the House of Representatives into disrepute and formed an act of constructive contempt.