The precise scope of non-liability varies from country to country. Paragraph 64 of the Report explains: “[a]s a general rule non-liability will apply only to opinions and statements expressed in the exercise of the parliamentary mandate, but the precise scope of this limitation varies. In many countries, the place in which the contested statements were made is not relevant and it is sufficient that the expression takes place within the context of parliamentary activity. The privilege of special freedom of speech is therefore not limited in space, and applies to all remarks made by the member of parliament that are in some way related to the exercise of the parliamentary mandate, whether inside or outside of parliament, including appearances in the media or in public meetings and debates. On the contrary, in other countries, opinions must actually be expressed in Parliament, including in committees.”