This is a real problem for agency employees. We often hear them say that they are being prevented from providing services that they were previously able to offer. This clearly shows that there is a real risk of a decline in service standard. That is why we are against this change. Some reorganizations involve minor and logical change; however, this is an example of significant restructuring. Our members want to provide services to Canadians, and in order to do so, believe that power should remain with their individual offices. That is what the agency's employees want.
On June 14th, 2006. See this statement in context.