During the Senate session on October 29, Dr. Amery Browne, Leader of Opposition Business, raised concerns over the government’s lack of clarity regarding the deferral of several questions on the Senate’s order paper. Browne questioned whether a two-week deferral was being sought for inquiries directed at Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander, who was absent from the session. He noted that alternative options, such as having another minister respond, were also available. Browne, who previously served as Leader of Government Business, has utilized both approaches in the past. Darrell Allahar, the current Leader of Government Business, acknowledged Browne’s points and requested deferrals for questions to Alexander and Defence Minister Wayne Sturge. The inquiries to Alexander, filed by Opposition Senator Faris Al-Rawi, pertained to virtual court hearings at police stations, while Sturge’s question focused on safety measures at high-risk beaches. Additionally, Attorney General John Jeremie was unable to provide a timeline for the presentation of the government’s official legislative agenda, citing incomplete preparations. The session also saw PNM deputy leader Sanjiv Boodhu sworn in as a temporary opposition senator, replacing Foster Cummings, who was absent due to illness.