The question we asked other witnesses who work at the national level was whether or not that provokes any problems with federal policing across the country, but that's not really a question I can pose to you. Thank you for clarifying that point.
I'd like to turn to our other witnesses and say very much how we appreciate your being here. We have had very little chance to hear from rank-and-file RCMP members. I appreciate that it may not always be the most comfortable position to come and testify before a parliamentary committee, whether you're a retired member or a serving member, so thank you very much.
I think it was a very clear presentation. Some of the things you talked about are actually beyond the scope of the bill, unfortunately. The questions of collective bargaining and the repeal of section 96 are, I think we've agreed at the committee, beyond the scope of this bill for various reasons.
What we're trying to look for on our side are some improvements to the bill. One of the things that others have expressed some concern about is whether the streamlining of the disciplinary process would allow time for dispute resolution or adequate appeals for the members.
Could you say a little bit more about this streamlined process?