That is an excellent idea. However, I think some informal talks have already taken place between my two colleagues who are whips. I know that the Government Whip, in anticipation of next Thursday's scheduled economic update by the Minister of Finance, would like to give priority to getting the Finance Committee back up and running. Therefore, if the steering committee meets, at the very least we need to have the list of Finance Committee members approved, so that you can report to the House.
On November 25th, 2008. See this statement in context.