Thanks for clarifying that.
Some of what we've heard is that in order to attract candidates, this has to be the amount. I know Mr. Bagnell had some questions on it. I know there's a recognition that the Supreme Court has been pretty clear that it is Parliament that has final authority on the public purse. We are ultimately responsible for how taxpayers' money is spent even in this current system.
When we hear about those who have put their names forward for judicial appointment, the number of vacancies that are available, and the number of applicants who are in there as either recommended or highly recommended, then with the government's proposed increase of 7.25%, I fail to see how someone is somehow being denied the opportunity or is being discouraged from seeking judicial appointment.
I know a great deal of weight was put on the commission's work, and I certainly respect the work the commission has done. But I don't see any evidence that somehow we wouldn't be able to attract highly qualified candidates if the wages that judges are currently paid were increased by 7.25% per year.