Mr. Speaker, we are trying to solve the problem of rotating strikes for the blue collar workers as quickly as possible.
We have been offering rates of increase in pay that are exactly the same as those which have already been accepted by 80% of the public service.
In terms of regional rates of pay, it is normal and correct that we would reflect not only local and provincial regulations, but also the state of local markets. In markets which have higher costs we would pay more, as stated, by the way, in provincial regulations.