I must admit I somewhat anticipated that there would be some leakage to other subject matters. I think the minister is quite capable of responding as to what is proper to address. I find it very difficult being in the chair's spot to be able to anticipate where a member may be going, notwithstanding all of the preamble.
Normally it is the case--and I've learned this lesson very well during the Mulroney-Schreiber hearings--that it is really in fact up to the witness to advise the committee as to whether or not they can comment or answer a question for due reason. The minister is quite capable of dealing with this. If the member is going to use their time going where the minister can't answer, that's the member's choice. Okay?
All right. Carry on. You have three and a half minutes.