Employment Figures

The Hon. S.C. MULLIGHAN (Lee) (14:23): Can the Premier explain why employment growth has slowed under his government?

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL (Dunstan—Premier) (14:23): You've got to go through this slowly and deliberately over an extended period of time. You never know whether it is absolute—

The Hon. S.C. MULLIGHAN: Point of order, sir.

The SPEAKER: Could the Premier please resume his seat. I have a point of order. It is early on, but I will hear the point of order.

The Hon. S.C. MULLIGHAN: This is plainly debate, reflecting on the question rather than providing an answer.

The SPEAKER: I have the point of order. Premier, be seated for one moment. I have the question. I allow every member some preamble. It is a pretty specific question and I expect the Premier to get to the point relatively quickly, but I will listen carefully.

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL: I refer the honourable member to my previous answers.