Mr. Speaker, earlier in the debate there was a reference to cherubic innocence. The minister of state tended to dismiss it as an irrelevant argument but the discussion of cherubic innocence is really about the essence of the points that have been raised about our international obligations in terms of the rights of the child and the fundamental principles.
It is startling that the minister of state made no reference whatsoever to our international obligations in his commentary. It always has been, outside the chamber as well as inside, that this person has been charged with very serious crimes and we should let it take its course. That is an abdication of responsibility. I believe it is an absolute abdication of Parliament's responsibility to have that position being taken on our behalf.
I believe it is incorrect and I wonder if the member would care to comment on the position of the minister of state to say that there are serious charges and we should leave it alone, which is absolutely an irresponsible position to take.