Mr. Speaker, I had the opportunity to observe Mr. Beatty in the House of Commons when he was a member of the government. He has a lot of experience on the Hill. He was elected some 20 years ago and he has learned a lot.
He was available to do the job and I know he will do his best to ensure the CBC becomes an organization which will adjust to the new realities. His experience in Parliament will help him a lot in communicating that goal to employees of the CBC and to the Canadian public.