Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No. 108 of 1996)

Chapter 4 : Parliament

National Council of Provinces

63. Sittings of National Council

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(1)The National Council of Provinces may determine the time and duration of its sittings and its recess periods.

 

(2)The President may summon the National Council of Provinces to an extraordinary sitting at any time to conduct special business.

 

(3)Sittings of the National Council of Provinces are permitted at places other than the seat of Parliament only on the grounds of public interest, security or convenience, and if provided for in the rules and orders of the Council.