As far as the 1990 commission and the particulars of the bill we're talking about here today, the royal commission and what's presented here on the paper with the eight points do not specifically address the loan component of the law.
It's a pleasure to appear before you today to present the main point from Equal Voice that financial barriers, whether they have to do with loans or spending limits, are one of the greatest barriers to women entering political life. I strongly suggest that committee members keep that at the front of their minds as they proceed by having these discussions.
I'm a Newfoundlander, so I'm trying to speak rather quickly, but I said a few moments ago about loans that one really needs to hear from the banks. We are not banking experts. Perhaps on occasion I like to think of myself as one, but I'm not. Equal Voice has said what we are allowed to say for now within the purview of our board's mandate. But you will hear from us again.
Thank you.