The intent of this amendment is to remove the words “beyond the scope of those usually raised in prosecutions” from the English, and from the French,
"of general interest beyond the scope of those usually raised in prosecutions".
In response to a question from honourable member Owen, I advised the committee that the current test for interventions is a public interest test. It was felt that these words were unnecessary and could unduly limit the ability to intervene that is currently enjoyed by the Attorney General.