Although parliament passed the motion, the government did not follow up with legislation governing the benefits or entitlements for ex-presidents.

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It appears that every member of the governing Popular Party and one member of the opposition voted to defeat the motion.

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As a result of the standing order governing petitions of concern, a vote could not be taken on the motion for a further day.

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