Fine. Since there are no other observations, I am ready. Is the committee ready to vote on the amendment? Those who are in favour of the amendment to eliminate the NDP from the third round? Opposed?
There is one abstention.
(Amendment negatived.)
I am now ready to hold the vote on the motion. Who is in favour of the motion as it stands?
(Motion agreed to)
If I may, I would like to point out that one issue was raised, that is, that every member be given the chance to speak. As your Chair, I am open to hearing motions which would receive the support of the majority of members allowing each member to speak. That, to me, is a legitimate way of operating. Of course, the committee is the master of its own fate , but I am opened to receiving motions allowing all committee members to speak.
Mr. Godin, you have the floor.