John Hogg (President) Share this | Hansard source

As I have said before, I cannot direct the minister how to answer the question. I did draw to the minister's attention—

Senator Conroy interjecting—

Senator Conroy! I did draw to the minister's attention the fact that there was one minute and 41 seconds remaining at that time to address the question that had been asked. There is now one minute and 20 seconds. I invite the minister to answer the question.