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Order! As you know, Senator Chandler, the minister—

Honourable senators interjecting—

Order! I am responding to the point of order. The minister is entitled to—

Senator Hughes, when you've quite finished. Order! Senator Hughes, if you can't remain quiet, please leave the chamber. That's your choice. Senator Chandler, as you are aware, the minister is entitled to respond to interjections. You could get your question more directly answered if you invited your colleagues not to make interjections. Minister Watt, I would also remind you to direct your comments to the chair.