Terms of reference

Terms of reference

To inquire into and report on:

1practices and procedures of the House with a view to:

  1. eliminating language, behaviour and practices in the parliamentary chambers that are sexist or otherwise exclusionary and discriminatory, and
  2. improving safety and respect in parliamentary chambers, and

2the Parliamentary sitting calendar and the House and Federation Chamber Orders of Business, with a view to enhancing wellbeing, balance and flexibility for Members and workers in Commonwealth parliamentary workplaces.