Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
First I'd like to make a brief comment.
It would have been interesting to hear from slightly fewer witnesses today so that we could ask our questions. A lot of things have been mentioned, but, given the large number of witnesses, I'm afraid we won't be able to ask questions on those subjects. We should no doubt consider this kind of thing in future.
The agreements will expire shortly, and I would like to know whether you have begun talks with the government, the department, regarding the next round of funding. Do you think your recommendations, which you've presented to us this morning, have been listened to and considered? Anyone may answer.