In that case, there are those who are saying that because of the crown prerogative the decision to provide consular services, or when or how to provide them, involves some discretion. You mentioned the need for flexibility and adaptability. Some people are saying we need to put this in legislation, and there's talk of a protection charter or some kind of a legislated mandate to provide consular services. Because it is currently prescribed by the Constitution and the Charter of Rights and by international conventions, would that make a difference in the day-to-day application of the crown prerogative?
On October 5th, 2017. See this statement in context.