I'll throw open this next question to both you and Professor Taillon.
Are you aware of anything that would have prevented the Prime Minister from announcing at an earlier date, perhaps on August 18, that it was his intention to request prorogation from the Governor General at a future date, closer to September, but not formally requesting until closer to the date?
Professor Taillon, you made some interesting comments about putting the interests of government over the interests of Canadians, taking away the tools of Parliament during that period of time.
Are either of you aware of any blockages that would have prevented the Prime Minister from announcing his intention to seek prorogation at a future date but allowing committees, in particular, to continue their good work during that time period?