In terms of the minister, I appreciate what the Conservatives are bringing forward on this. They are correct that this is a big bill. The counter proposal, which may make more sense and not split the testimony, is to have the minister come immediately with department officials. Make it one hour with the minister and two hours with the officials. Then have the minister come back before clause-by-clause for an additional hour, which provides you with the two hours. Then you can hear from all of the expert witnesses and then question the minister again, and have a bookend during the process.
On May 24th, 2018. See this statement in context.