Senator HARRADINE(11.52 a.m.) —Obviously, this matter is one which is of considerable interest to me. I am aware of the importance of scholarships, not only to the recipients but to those who are interested in excellence—which of course includes students, some of whom I know personally.

I would like the government to outline to the committee just what its view is of Senator Stott Despoja's amendment. It seems to me that Senator Stott Despoja's amendment sets out fairly clearly and unambiguously what perhaps is needed. To my mind, it does look to be better than what is contained in the clause as it stands.

I know that the government is very anxious to have the matter dealt with. I think we are all in agreement around the chamber that something needs to be done to ensure that the problem is fixed. I am interested in hearing what the government has to say about Senator Stott Despoja's amendment.