McGowan, Dr C.

Mr MALINAUSKAS (Croydon—Leader of the Opposition) (14:09): My question is to the Premier. Considering the Premier is the Premier, what is he going to do about it?

Mr Pederick: Oh my God, sack whoever is writing your stuff.

The SPEAKER: The member for Hammond is called to order. The Premier has the call.

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL (Dunstan—Premier) (14:10): It is much better when the Leader of the Opposition just reads the questions that are sent down from the dream factory, because when he gets up and asks them off the cuff they are nearly always a bit—

Mr Malinauskas interjecting:

The SPEAKER: Could the Premier be seated for one moment. The leader knows that it is unacceptable to refer to the Premier in the second person.

The Hon. A. KOUTSANTONIS: Point of order, sir.

The SPEAKER: The member for West Torrens has a point of order. I anticipate it is for debate.

The Hon. A. KOUTSANTONIS: Sir, that is exceptionally well done by yourself. It is, yes.

The SPEAKER: In sync at this point in time. I am willing to allow the Premier some relevant preamble, but I suggest that if he starts in that sort of manner he may provoke some interjections. Premier.

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL: I am advised that the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment is concluding her advice to us regarding the appointment of the investigator. This is a decision she will be making. I haven't received that advice that somebody has been appointed, but as soon as I am informed I will be sure to let the parliament know.