I think, first of all, we are going to accomplish, through the changes we're proposing here today, a better alignment of the budget and estimates process. That doesn't obviate the need to continue to consider improvements, including potentially in the future an earlier deadline on estimates, and a discussion. We're open to discussions. As we go through this change, as we evaluate the impact of these changes, I would be interested in the input of the committee. But again, perfection being the enemy of the good, I'd like to proceed with an improvement that makes a significant change in terms of accountability to Parliament and Parliament's ability to scrutinize.
On October 24th, 2016. See this statement in context.