Hold on. I'm stopping the clock.
Mr. Hamel, I don't think this is your first appearance before a parliamentary committee.
In this committee, committee members and witnesses address each other directly.
Members' speaking time is limited, and they have little time to ask questions. The witnesses also have limited time to answer.
When Mr. Barrett asks you a question, please answer him directly.
That's how we operate now.
Mr. Barrett, you had a question. I haven't started your time.
I think there are a few technical issues with the interpretation. There's a long delay between questions and answers.
I will grant more time to committee members who want to ask Mr. Hamel questions. I don't know why we're having this issue.
Mr. Barrett, you may continue.