Thank you, Mr. Chair.
In fact, those allegations are false.
Anyway, let me just quote something that was said in the House of Commons by the Conservative member, Mr. Deltell, on the matter of the importance of sources remaining protected as a matter of journalistic integrity, which we have all agreed is a cornerstone of our democracy in the debate on this bill.
Mr. Deltell said:
I will begin by talking about protecting sources. I mentioned it briefly earlier, but it is fundamental. In plying their trade, journalists are not immune to making mistakes, but when journalists want to do a thorough investigation, they must have the freedom to do so and, more importantly, the ability to speak openly to someone who wants to share information.
We all agree it's regrettable that this breach took place. We have seen that the Prime Minister has stood firm and consistently denied that this came from his office. The Attorney General has said the same. Members of the opposition who would have privileged information say the same. They're asking us to take them at their word. They should practise what they preach.
Thank you.