Thank you, Chair.
I will object to this. We've had this conversation before in other committees with Mr. Brock on the other side asking for something similar. I've always made the point that this is not the practice in parliamentary committees. It is assumed that all witnesses will be telling the truth. This is not required by the Standing Orders either. I think it sets a dangerous precedent.
I think it really undermines the witnesses, that they somehow will not be sharing the truth if they are not sworn in or affirmed, so I request that this motion be denied.
Thank you.