Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the hon. member for his question.
First, with respect to the proposal by Railex, it is not under consideration by the government. That kind of approach would not be one that we would have any sympathy for whatever.
With respect to the work of members of Parliament, members would know that they are free to conduct inquiries and to participate in making sure that their constituents' views can be heard on any matter. I look forward to hearing from the members who conducted the hearings the hon. member referred to in Manitoba and will certainly take them into account.
I want to make it clear that the exercise was not mandated by the Minister of Transport. However as we would for any MPs in the House who consult with their constituents, we will pay a great deal of attention to what they have to say.