May you interrupt for "Lay on the Table"?

In parliamentary procedure, the motion to "Lay on the Table" is used to set aside a matter currently being discussed, allowing the assembly to return to it later. This motion aims to temporarily halt the discussion, generally to address more urgent matters. Consequently, it is not appropriate to interrupt a speaker in the middle of their dialogue to propose this motion.

The structure of formal meetings is designed to maintain order and respect for speakers, which means that interruptions can lead to confusion and disrupt the flow of discussion. Hence, members should wait for an appropriate moment, such as the end of a speaker's comments or when a specific point of order is raised, to present such motions instead of making them mid-discussion. This reinforces a respectful and orderly procedure during meetings.