Very well.
Since Ms. Ryan has yet to arrive, we will proceed with the first round. I will shorten members's speaking time since it is our understanding that the bells, beckoning us to vote, may ring at any time.
You know how things work here. We do not know when the bells will start ringing.
I will therefore shorten members' speaking time. Members usually get five minutes; however, in this initial round, each member will have four minutes.
We will get started straightaway with you, Mr. Clarke. You have four minutes.