I'd like you to elaborate in general on how the cuts and the changes in the department affect the mood of the public service at DFO. Is it affecting the output of the department? Basically, would some of the scientists be living in a bit of fear, or would they feel like they're safe? What's the climate? I think it's so essential that we have these scientists. We do not want them to be fearful they're going to get these slashing letters.
On December 10th, 2013. See this statement in context.