Madam Speaker and colleagues, so we come to the end of another small chapter in our political history, the end of the third Parliament. For its part, Nadeco reflects back on the past three and a half interesting years in which it has established itself as a functioning party and as a participant in the activities of this National Assembly, to the extent that our modest numbers allowed.
Nadeco, like all other opposition parties, intends entering the fourth Parliament with greater numbers and to build on its immediate past experience. [Interjections.] There is something in that equation, with all opposition parties intending to come back with an enlarged size. Somebody is going to have to pay for it, and I suspect that it might be the party on my right.
For now, however, Nadeco looks back with gratitude for our involvement in this third Parliament, an involvement which has included many warm friendships and much co-operation across the party spectrum. It indeed included the much-appreciated support from the Secretary to Parliament and the various administrative departments. We thank you all.
For myself, after 15 years, I will be turning my attentions to another career through which I hope to make a significant contribution to government and its effectiveness. But, as enthusiastic as I am about this venture, I do experience more than a measure of sadness in saying farewell to this Parliament and to all of you.
Let me end by saying that Nadeco wishes all of those who do not return after the elections every success in their new lives. To those who do return, Nadeco looks forward to working with you towards advancing our democracy and our service to the country and all its people. Thank you. [Applause.]