On the debate, Mr. Chair, I have some difficulty with the questioning. The first round certainly would be acceptable, but for example on the government side we have five members. If we accept the pattern that's suggested, at least three of those members would sit there patiently while some members have two or more interventions. I think that's unfair. Certain members would have two or three times to question a witness while others would not be able to participate. I would suggest that the five-minute round be done by members rather than by party. That would be fair to all members of the committee, including our own party.
On November 15th, 2007. See this statement in context.