I guess what Mr. Steen is saying is we do nothing for the next 20 months because that is what he is suggesting, I think. The reality is, we are working out a protocol with the interim commissioner on a variety of issues and this is a very small one and when that protocol is worked out, we will share that with the House. But the reality is, we still have to run the business of government. This is one tiny, small part of it and ultimately, whether it is a debt in the west or a debt in the east, it will be determined through some negotiations on the assets and liabilities. So I should suggest then that we do not enter into any debt in the west because the way I see it, it is the dividing of two territories not one. The current budget is all of our budget. I do not wish today to debate this if it is going to be a division issue, Madam Chair. I want to debate the merits of the investment here and move on.
John Todd on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on May 28th, 1997. See this statement in context.
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
May 28th, 1997
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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