Mr. Speaker, the fishermen want a clear answer to this question.
During last week's emergency debate on this fishery, the Liberals joined with the NDP and Conservative Party in refusing to consider a stay of judgment. This past weekend we saw the result of that bullheadedness. There is increasing friction with hundreds of boats in the harbour and potential for violence hanging over everybody's head.
This is the last day to apply for a stay of judgment, which I repeat, will allow for a cooling off period and clarification of the Marshall decision to establish what the roles are for both aboriginals and non-aboriginals in the future fisheries.
Will the government support the West Nova Fishermen's Coalition application for an appeal of the Marshall decision?