When this testimony came up during Mr. Spengemann's line of questioning with Ms. Malcolmson, it seemed that it was as much about awareness as it was about specific action. One of the things I know he raised as well was some hesitancy around the fact that this is a private member's bill, and if we started prescribing that the government has to take action, it could lead to a potential requirement for spending, which would potentially open up a debate about royal recommendation. I would hate to see this bill rejected for a loose reference to spending.
For that reason, I would prefer that we remain with the current name of “gender equality week”, to avoid the potential that this motion would have unintended consequences that could cause the bill to die.