I feel particularly strongly about this amendment. As matters stand, persons nominated to contest elections can remain members of the authority and continue to practice their duties until elected. It is wholly inappropriate that somebody can remain in his or her role while contesting an election. The possibility of a candidate using his or her position as a member or employee of an authority to advance his or her chances in an election is something about which I would be very unhappy. These are contradictory positions and should not be permitted. I urge the Minister to accept the amendment.