I'd simply like to respond to two questions that were put to you, Mrs. Hughes. But first, let me put my answers in context.
The unemployment rate in December 2005 was similar to today's rate and the assistant deputy minister of the Department of Human Resources and Social Development was asked at the time to supply us with some figures. These provide an answer to Mr. Lobb's questions.
Regarding the 360-hour threshold, the ADM estimated that this measure would cost $390 million and would affect 90,000 unemployed workers, given that not all unemployed workers would automatically qualify.
As far as the 12 best weeks are concerned— and this answers Mr. Lobb's questions at the same time—that measure would cost $320 million and affect 470,000 unemployed workers. So then, $320 million would affect 470,000 unemployed workers.
There are the answers to your two questions.
Now I'll give the floor back to my colleague so that she can ask her questions.