In 1843 he was nominated by Sir George Gipps, the governor, to a seat in the New South Wales Legislative<span> Council; owing to a difference with Gipps he resigned his seat, but was elected shortly afterwards for Sydney.</span> The Senate elects a president, confirms or rejects the nominations of the governor, and acts as a court of impeachment for the trial of public officers, besides sharing in legislative<span> functions.</span>
