Circumstances
There is no established practice for tabling a motion of no confidence against the government or an individual minister.
Modalites
The motion of no confidence does not require a qualified majority.
Consequences
If a motion is adopted, the minister against whom the motion is directed resigns. If a motion is directed against the Prime Minister, it is most likely that the whole cabinet would resign. During the period 1990 to 2001, no motions were tabled.
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