I would like to explain to the hon. member that many members wanted to speak this evening and that there was a real squeeze given that it was the last hour of debate before the vote on the bill tomorrow.
At some point in time the Chair had to make a decision to balance those who were for and those who were against the bill. I wanted to ensure a better understanding for the public and for our colleagues in the House to help members make up their minds before voting tomorrow afternoon. That was the reasoning behind it. There was no offence intended. I was trying to accommodate as many members as possible.