Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, in this particular instance, I was not approached. It had not reached my level. The issue was dealt with at the deputy minister level or management level. There were no politics involved in the decision, as far as I know. It was strictly based on our policies. I can ask Mr. Howard to explain what the department did and leave it at that, because at this point in time, there were no politics or a need for a political decision. It was a decision based on business. I am quite sensitive to how my departments operate, both Public Works and Services and Transportation. Whether or not I get involved as the Minister, I am still well aware of what happened in the 13th Assembly. I play the game very straight. Unless I am asked politically to get involved, I do not get involved. I will ask the assistant deputy minister to reply to the Member as to what the department had done in this situation.
Vince Steen on Public Safety
In the Legislative Assembly on July 5th, 2000. See this statement in context.
Public Safety
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
July 5th, 2000
Page 501
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