Paragraph 18 Procedural matters relating to motions for consent resolutionsF1

A motion for a consent resolution is to be decided without amendment.

The question on a motion for a consent resolution is to be decided by a majority of those members of the Assembly voting.

Where a consent resolution is passed by a majority of the members voting, the Presiding Officer must—

For provision about the consequences of a consent resolution also being passed with cross-community support, see paragraph 3(2).

Section 42 does not apply in relation to a motion for a consent resolution.

Once the Assembly has decided the question on a motion for a consent resolution which relates to a continuation period (whether the Assembly has passed the motion or not), further notice of a motion for a consent resolution which relates to that continuation period may not be tabled, or if already tabled, may not be proceeded with.

A reference in this paragraph or in paragraph 19 or 20 to the Presiding Officer has effect as a reference to the interim Presiding Officer if a person is holding that office in accordance with paragraph 16.