I would like to get comments from each of the witnesses on the following question.
Can we agree that we are moving too fast in terms of getting the provisions in place for January 2023?
Do we also agree that there should be a better balance in terms of the impact on individuals? In the first part of our study today, we heard that this creates a form of anxiety. Sometimes fishers will rush to meet the quota while the fishery is open, just in case it closes. That creates a lot of tension in fishing communities.
Do you agree that a certain period of time should be set aside to implement the provisions so that they are adaptable based on the specific fishery situation in each region?
Are these two things that you pretty much agree on?
Each witness can answer with a yes or a no, or make a short comment.