Shadow Leader of the House Gerry Brownlee and National Deputy Leader Paula Bennett held a stand-up after another battle in the House with Speaker Trevor Mallard.
Deputy National leader Paula Bennett has become the first MP to be kicked out of the debating chamber by Speaker Trevor Mallard.
It is the latest chapter in her party's protest over Mallard's handling over Question Time.
She left the House voluntarily yesterday after becoming frustrated with Mallard's rulings.
Buttoday she was told to leave by the Speaker after a prolonged argument with several National MPs.
National deputy leader Paula Bennett during her dispute with The Speaker, Trevor Mallard, during Question Time. Photo / Mark Mitchell
Earlier, Mallard threatened to name National MP David Bennett when he initially hesitated to apologise for a remark he made about one of his rulings.
That is a more serious sanction than being removed from the House, as it can lead to an MP being suspended and losing their voting rights.
It came after National yesterday accused Mallard of feeding information to the media about one of its MPs calling Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern a "silly little girl" - an allegation which later got international coverage.
National deputy leader Paula Bennett leaves the House after being ordered out by The Speaker, Trevor Mallard. Photo / Mark Mitchell
National Leader of the House Gerry Brownlee gave Mallard until 2pm today to respond to its complaint.
