Mr. Speaker, one need only go back to a motion from the second Session earlier this year to see the difference. On a motion directing a comprehensive audit of the Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development, Cabinet signalled its opposition, because of the costs incurred, to the motion and voted no. That is clearly different than abstaining.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to reaffirm, on the record, that Cabinet has heard the direction from Ordinary Members with respect to the establishment of a Public Service Commission. Over the next while, Cabinet will be reviewing the recommendation, conduct any additional research that may be required, and report back to the Assembly as soon as possible. We want to work with the regular Members to do this task.
As a first step, it would be useful, as the Premier mentioned, to have a copy of the research that has led to the conclusion the creation of a Public Service Commission...