I think it is important to use all the minutes at our disposal to discuss this bill, which does not hold water. I will be pleased to use the remaining minutes to discuss clause 9.
This clause reveals this government's intention to control agents of Parliament. I find it very hard to understand that intent. I am pleased that the government and Mr. Adler have seen the light on this matter. However, the fact remains that this says something about the characteristic instincts of this government. It wants to use Parliament and its majority to silence agents of Parliament, to limit them in their duties and the excellent work they do.
I think that the trauma the Conservatives have suffered in recent years at the hands of agents of Parliament who were doing an excellent job has left them somewhat wounded. This clause is a reflection of the obviously serious injury that they have suffered and that reveals the deficiencies in their management, transparency and responsibility.