Madam Chair, I have a question emanating from your comments just a minute ago. You suggested that there shouldn't be any debate now going forward because we've had time to consider the amendments. The whole purpose for us being at this table is to debate and to try to persuade others at this committee of our views. We may fail in that venture but at least it is fulfilling the democratic mandate.
I also note that we have officials from the departments here who are rightfully here to answer questions that we legitimately have. I have found that in the last two meetings you have been very fair with all of us. If we can carry on with that spirt of co-operation, I think we'll be able to move through fairly quickly.