This section in the Public Service Employment Act has been in existence for a long time. But during that time, the Conflict of Interest Act has been passed, and it contains provisions for people who hold public office. For them, the provisions of the Public Service Employment Act and the provisions of the Conflict of Interest Act conflict a little.
So our proposal is to eliminate some provisions in the Public Service Employment Act because they are subject to those in the Conflict of Interest Act anyway. For part-time commissioners specifically, we certainly have to expect them to be earning their living elsewhere because they only come in one or two days per month. We cannot put too many restrictions in their way because we often want them to have the experience that will allow them to make a significant contribution. It is that kind of thing. We find that the Conflict of Interest Act is sufficient because it applies to all holders of public office.