Right at the get-go, maybe it's good for the new members to hear a representative from each caucus chime in that indeed as much as possible in the last Parliament—not every time, but just about every time—we were able to reach unanimous consent. For the most part, there is really an effort to try to be non-partisan. When we do become partisan, it's big time. It follows what's happening in the House, and it can get ugly. But those moments are rare, acute, and they don't last too long.
I wanted to emphasize that certainly from my personal view, I specifically asked my leader to put me back here, because I enjoyed it and the fact that it was more than a partisan wrestling match. We actually do work that for the most part is important enough that it goes beyond partisan activities. It's about the institution of Parliament and making sure that, no matter who's in the chair and who's in the government, the institution serves the government that's elected, serves the members of the House, and most importantly, serves the people of Canada. In the last Parliament, certainly in the last committee, every one of us believed that.
With that, I'll only say how thrilled I am that you're in the chair, Mr. Murphy. I have every confidence that you'll do an excellent job. You have huge shoes to fill, but I have no doubt that you'll give us the leadership we need. I think it is helpful that Mr. Williams is here, given his vast knowledge of all these areas.
With that, I will again congratulate you and thank you.