I've had some discussions with Mr. Franks, and I know that this committee is working to develop that protocol. We thank the committee for working this through. Because deputy ministers are now accounting officers under the legislation, it is critical that we get this right. As a result of that, based on the Federal Accountability Act, I've had discussions with the president, who's having discussions with his cabinet colleagues on the government's view of the accounting officer model and how it would work. I think it is incumbent upon us to make sure those views are available to this committee.
Subject to my minister's agreement, we would like to be able to ensure that the committee is aware of—