Thank you, Mr. Speaker. There are a number of reasons and there are other factors that come into play with regard to any product -- when you look at some of the conditions in Africa with regard to the diamond industry. We also feel that there is some value in maintaining the standards of manufacturing. Unless we can satisfy ourselves in that regard, then there is no quality assurance. It is our feeling that through a Diamond Manufacturers Act, we can have some control over manufacturing and the type of manufacturers that set up business up here. We have heard quite a bit from the RCMP about some of the security concerns with regard to diamonds. Those are the reasons it is being proposed. Thank you.
Mr. Bob McLeod on Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 28th, 2002. See this statement in context.
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 27th, 2002
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Bob McLeod
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