Understood, Mr. Chair, and it's obviously a very logical approach. It can be a frustrating issue to deal with for all sides.
Having said that, the current state, as you'd indicated, Mr. Chair, is that the privilege issue is with the client, not with me. I don't waive it. Currently, and until the law and/or my directions change, I would be bound in my responses by that privilege. Having said that, I reiterate that I will do my utmost to be able to answer every and all questions put to me.