Treasurer Wayne Swan insists Peter Slipper's decision to stand down as Speaker won't impact on the federal government's ability to deliver a tough budget.Labor's Anna Burke will fill in as acting Speaker when parliament resumes on May 8 for the 2012/13 budget.
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