European Parliament
Corbett (PSE ).
Mr President, firstly, this is one Rule that I did not draft. Secondly, let me underline – before you make your ruling – the significance of the word 'may'. Rule 162(2) of the Rules of Procedure says that voting 'may' also take place by secret ballot, if requested by at least one-fifth of the Members. It does not say 'shall'. The previous paragraph says 'shall' concerning voting on nominations of individuals. There is a clear difference between the two cases of 'may' and 'shall'…

